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Originating from Sichuan province in China, Mapo Tofu is a beloved dish known for its bold flavors and numbing spiciness from Sichuan peppercorns. Traditionally, it features soft tofu and minced meat in a spicy sauce, often enjoyed with rice. Today, it has gained international popularity, inspiring various adaptations and vegetarian versions, making it a staple in Chinese cuisine around the world.

Ingredients

  • tofu
  • ground pork
  • doubanjiang
  • soy sauce
  • ginger
  • garlic
  • scallions
  • Sichuan peppercorns
  • vegetable oil
  • chicken broth
  • cornstarch
  • water
  • sesame oil

Instructions

  1. 1Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. 2Add ground pork and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and scallions; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. 4Add doubanjiang and soy sauce; mix well and cook for another minute.
  5. 5Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. 6Gently add cubed tofu, stirring carefully to avoid breaking it.
  7. 7Simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. 8Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry; add to the wok.
  9. 9Stir gently until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  10. 10Add Sichuan peppercorns and sesame oil; mix to combine.
  11. 11Serve hot, garnished with additional scallions if desired.

Ingredient Alternatives

ground pork

Healthier: ground turkey

Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

doubanjiang

Healthier: chili paste

Cheaper: sriracha

Chili paste can replicate the heat with less complexity.

Sichuan peppercorns

Cheaper: black pepper

Black pepper provides spice but lacks the unique numbing effect.

chicken broth

Healthier: vegetable broth

Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water is a budget-friendly option.

Techniques

sautéingmixingthickening

Equipment

wokspatulameasuring cupsknifecutting board
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Also Known As

Mapo Doufu麻婆豆腐

Recipe Information

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Mapo Tofu

Cultural Context

Originating from Sichuan province in China, Mapo Tofu is a beloved dish known for its bold flavors and numbing spiciness from Sichuan peppercorns. Traditionally, it features soft tofu and minced meat in a spicy sauce, often enjoyed with rice. Today, it has gained international popularity, inspiring various adaptations and vegetarian versions, making it a staple in Chinese cuisine around the world.

ChineseCNmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
150g ground pork
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tablespoon doenjang (Korean soybean paste)
1 tablespoon cooking wine
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
1 tablespoon oligosaccharide
1 cup water
2 slices bread
1 cup green onion
mashed tofu
pepper
salt
sliced cheese
ketchup
frying powder
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon gochujang
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons oligosaccharide
1 tablespoon minced garlic
nuts
2 strips pork belly
1 cup water
1 tablespoon minced cheongyang pepper
1 cup green onion
1 tablespoon shrimp paste
1 tablespoon gochugaru
1 tablespoon minced garlic
noodles
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
4 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon peanut butter
boiled egg
cucumber

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

doubanjiang

🥗Healthier: chili paste

💰Cheaper: sriracha

Chili paste can replicate the heat with less complexity.

Sichuan peppercorns

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Black pepper provides spice but lacks the unique numbing effect.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while water is a budget-friendly option.

1

For Mapo Tofu: Heat green onion oil in a pan and stir-fry 150g ground pork. Add the seasoning sauce (1 tablespoon gochujang, 1 tablespoon doenjang, 1 tablespoon cooking wine, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon gochugaru, 1 tablespoon oligosaccharide) and stir-fry. Then add 1 cup of water and adjust the thickness with starch water.

2

For Bacon Tofu Toast: Toast 2 slices of bread. In a pan, heat green onion and bacon fat, add mashed tofu, and season with a little pepper and salt. Place sliced cheese and the stir-fried mixture on the toasted bread and drizzle with ketchup.

3

For Tofu Gangjeong Rice Bowl: Cut tofu into cubes and shake with frying powder in a bag. Heat plenty of oil in a pan and deep-fry the tofu. Add the sauce (3 tablespoons ketchup, 1 tablespoon gochujang, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oligosaccharide, 1 tablespoon minced garlic) and heat through. Top with nuts before serving.

4

For Braised Pork Belly with Tofu: Grill 2 strips of pork belly and cut them into large pieces. Add tofu and pour in 1 cup of water. Add 1 tablespoon minced cheongyang pepper, 1 cup green onion, 1 tablespoon shrimp paste, 1 tablespoon gochugaru, and 1 tablespoon minced garlic. Simmer until the water is reduced.

5

For Tofu Kongguksu: Boil noodles until cooked. In a blender, combine tofu, 2 cups milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon sugar, 4 tablespoons sesame seeds, and 1 tablespoon peanut butter and blend until smooth. Pour the bean soup over the cooked noodles and top with boiled egg and cucumber.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingthickening

Equipment Needed

panblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Mapo Doufu麻婆豆腐

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