Mapo Tofu

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Prepare tofu

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Cut the tofu into small cubes and set aside.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Prepare 2 scallions and cut them into 1 cm lengths.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Prepare 100 grams of ground pork. Chop it into small pieces and set aside.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Mince the garlic and ginger and set aside.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Boil a pot of water, add tofu cubes and salt, and blanch them briefly.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Heat oil in a pan, add minced garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant, then add minced meat and stir-fry until it changes color.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Add fermented black bean chili sauce, then pour in an appropriate amount of water, cooking wine, light soy sauce, a little salt and sugar, and bring to a boil.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Add the blanched tofu, turn to medium heat and cook until the tofu is flavorful. Then thicken with cornstarch and reduce the sauce over high heat.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    After plating, sprinkle with chopped scallions. (See picture)