Szechuan Mapo Tofu Medley
Szechuan Mapo Tofu Medley is a delicious and spicy Chinese dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of tofu, ground pork, and Szechuan peppercorns that will leave your taste buds tingling with delight.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients per serving:
- 1/2 cup of firm tofu, cubed
- 1/4 pound of ground pork
- 1 tablespoon of Szechuan peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of chili bean paste
- 1/4 cup of chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of water
- 1 green onion, chopped
To start, heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Szechuan peppercorns and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the ground pork and stir-fry until browned. Add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for another 30 seconds.
Next, add the cubed tofu, soy sauce, and chili bean paste. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the tofu is heated through. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together to make a slurry. Add the slurry to the wok and stir until the sauce thickens.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with rice.
This Szechuan Mapo Tofu Medley is a perfect combination of spicy and savory flavors that will leave you wanting more. The dish has a beautiful red color and a fragrant aroma that will make your mouth water. The tofu is soft and silky, while the ground pork adds a meaty texture to the dish. The Szechuan peppercorns give the dish a numbing sensation that is unique to Szechuan cuisine.
Type of dish: Spicy Tofu
Main ingredients: Tofu, Ground Pork, Szechuan Peppercorns