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China • Eggs and tofu

Mapo Tofu

Mapo Tofu Recipe (with pictures), 8 steps in total. Cut the tofu into cubes and set aside.

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Mapo Tofu
Step photograph from the user-provided xiangha.csv; the original author was not supplied.

Method

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Cut the tofu into cubes and set aside.

    Step 1
  2. 02

    Step 2

    Mince the scallions, ginger, and garlic and set aside.

    Step 2
  3. 03

    Step 3

    Add a little water to the cornstarch and set aside.

    Step 3
  4. 04

    Step 4

    Pour water into a pot, add tofu and a little salt, bring to a boil, then remove and drain.

    Step 4
  5. 05

    Step 5

    Pour some oil into the pot, add ginger and minced meat, stir-fry until they change color.

    Step 5
  6. 06

    Step 6

    Add minced garlic and chopped scallions, along with a little fermented bean paste, and stir-fry until the mixture is coated with the sauce and the sauce is colored.

    Step 6
  7. 07

    Step 7

    Add a little water and cook the tofu until it absorbs the flavors. Add a little salt, chicken bouillon, and soy sauce, stir-fry evenly, and finally thicken with cornstarch slurry (do not stir the tofu, or it will easily fall apart).

    Step 7
  8. 08

    Step 8

    Add chopped green onions and a little sesame oil after cooking (optional). Enjoy!

    Step 8

Nutrition

Nutrition has not been calculated for this recipe.

Source: User-provided xiangha.csv