Easy Mapo Tofu
The combination of spicy doubanjiang, numbing Sichuan peppercorns, and savory ground meat creates a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate! Served over a bowl of steamed rice, it's a dish that brings both comfort and excitement with every mouthful!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz package soft tofu cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger minced
- 1/2 lb ground beef can also use pork
- 1/2 tablespoon sichuan pepper optional, add more if you want it more medium-hot
- chopped green onions for topping
Seasoning Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons doubanjiang spicy bean paste
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dark soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch + 6 tablespoons water
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together doubanjiang, oyster sauce, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, cornstarch and water.
- Drain tofu and cut into 1/2 inch cubes.
- Preheat pan to medium heat with oil, when hot add in garlic and ginger. Once fragrant, add in ground meat to cook until no longer pink, then add in seasoning sauce.
- When the sauce is simmering, add in tofu to coat in the sauce until mixed. If using sichuan pepper, mix in and turn off heat. Sprinkle green onions throughout and serve over warm rice!