How to make Vegan Mapo Tofu 🌶素食麻婆豆腐 Authentic Chinese Food - A Symbol of Sichuan Cuisine RICE KILLER

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Tempeh adds protein and texture, while silken tofu is often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offers a similar flavor.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut into cubes.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add ginger and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in chili bean sauce and LAOGANMA chili black bean sauce; cook for another 2 minutes.

Add cubed tofu and gently toss to coat in the sauce.

Pour in water and dark soy sauce; bring to a simmer.

Sprinkle in sugar and Sichuan pepper; stir well.

Mix starch with water to create a slurry; add to the skillet.

Cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Garnish with chopped scallion before serving.

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