Chinese Mabo Tofu
This is based on a great recipe from ken hom's book, quick & easy chinese cooking.
Recipe Summary Chinese Mabo Tofu
A simple, delicious Chinese mabo tofu recipe that has been passed on for years. Easy to prepare!
Ingredients | Ground Pork Recipes Chinese1 teaspoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water½ pound ground pork1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 tablespoon minced garlic1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root1 (16 ounce) package firm tofu, cut into 1 inch pieces5 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons hot bean sauce1 teaspoon white sugar3 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon sesame oilDirectionsMix cornstarch and water in a small bowl; set aside.Brown ground pork in a small skillet over medium-high heat, about 5 minutes. Drain fat.Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok. Cook the garlic and ginger root in the oil until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in tofu and cook for 2 minutes. Season with the soy sauce, hot bean sauce, and sugar; stir to combine.Stir in the cooked pork and green onion. Sprinkle with the cornstarch and water mixture; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir the sesame oil into the thickened mabo tofu.Info | Ground Pork Recipes Chineseprep:
25 mins
cook:
15 mins
total:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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