Description
Mapo Tofu is a quick and flavorful dish featuring silken tofu and spicy fermented bean paste. Perfect for a comforting homemade dinner or healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 16-oz package silken tofu, soft or medium
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as vegetable or canola
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons doubanjiang, spicy fermented bean paste, plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons chili oil
- 1 teaspoon sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground (optional, for authentic numbing spice)
- steamed rice
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Open the tofu package and run a knife around the edges to loosen.
- Gently invert onto a cutting board, then cut into ¾-inch cubes using a sharp knife.
- Bring 2 cups of water to a gentle simmer in a medium saucepan.
- Carefully add tofu cubes and let them simmer for 2 minutes to help them hold shape and remove raw soy flavor.
- Drain gently using a slotted spoon and set aside.
Notes
For best results, handle the tofu gently to maintain its texture.
Adjust the spice level by adding more doubanjiang or chili oil to taste.
Serve with steamed rice and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg