Mapo Tofu

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Cut the tofu into small cubes.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Once the water in the pot boils, blanch the tofu briefly, then rinse it with cold water and set aside. This allows the tofu to set.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Mince the scallions, ginger, and garlic.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Heat the oil in a wok, then add scallions, ginger, and garlic and sauté until fragrant.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add fermented soybean paste and stir-fry until the oil turns red.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Add an appropriate amount of water and bring to a boil.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Add the tofu and cook for a few minutes. Season with salt, light soy sauce, and sugar.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Once the broth has reduced, thicken it with cornstarch slurry and drizzle in a little Sichuan peppercorn oil for seasoning.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Spicy and flavorful, it goes perfectly with rice!