Mapo Tofu
Mapo Tofu is a traditional Sichuan dish that features silky tofu set in a spicy, flavorful sauce made with minced pork, fermented black beans, and Sichuan peppercorns. This dish is renowned for its bold flavors and the signature numbing sensation from the Sichuan peppercorns, which create a unique and addictive dining experience. Mapo Tofu is a staple in Sichuan cuisine and is loved for its comforting and hearty qualities.
The dish’s name, “Mapo,” translates to “pockmarked old woman,” referring to the elderly woman who supposedly invented the dish. The combination of the soft tofu with the spicy and savory sauce makes Mapo Tofu a beloved comfort food, perfect for serving over steamed rice. This dish is both simple to make and incredibly satisfying, making it a favorite among spicy food enthusiasts.
Cooking time
Approx. 30 min.
Difficulty level
Medium
Calories
320 kcal
Serving
4 person
Recipe:
Ingredients:
- – 1 pound soft tofu, cut into cubes
- – 1/2 pound ground pork
- – 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- – 2 cloves garlic, minced
- – 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- – 1 tablespoon doubanjiang (spicy fermented bean paste)
- – 1 tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed and chopped
- – 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, ground
- – 1 cup chicken broth
- – 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- – 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- – 3 green onions, chopped
Instructions:
- Prepare the Tofu:
– Blanch the tofu cubes in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the Pork:
– Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned.
– Add garlic, ginger, doubanjiang, and fermented black beans, stir-frying until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce:
– Add chicken broth, soy sauce, and ground Sichuan peppercorns to the pork mixture. Bring to a simmer.
– Add the blanched tofu cubes and gently stir to coat them in the sauce.
- Thicken the Sauce:
– Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Serve:
– Garnish with chopped green onions and serve Mapo Tofu hot over steamed rice.
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