MA-PO TOFU
Ma-Po Tofu is a fiery Sichuan classic is named for the pockmarked (po) wife (ma) who supposedly invented it at her husband's restaurant.
Categories Wok Ginger Pork Poach Stir-Fry Quick & Easy Dinner Tofu Soy Sauce Gourmet Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Tree Nut Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 3 or 4 main course servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make sauce:
- Stir together broth, bean paste, soy sauce, and kosher salt. Set aside.
- Poach tofu:
- Slide tofu into a saucepan of simmering water and keep at a bare simmer while stir-frying rest of dish.
- Stir-fry pork:
- Heat a wok or large heavy skillet over high heat until hot and add 1 1/2 tablespoons corn oil, swirling to coat. Add pork and stir-fry, breaking up lumps and adding remaining 1/2 tablespoon corn oil if meat sticks, until no longer pink. Add garlic and ginger and stir-fry over moderate heat until very fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Finish stir-fry:
- Stir reserved sauce, then add to pork and bring to a simmer. Drain tofu in a large sieve and slide into sauce, stirring gently.
- Stir cornstarch mixture and add to stir-fry. Bring to a boil, stirring gently, and cook until thickened and glossy, about 15 seconds.
- Turn off heat and sprinkle with sesame oil, Sichuan-peppercorn powder to taste, and 2 tablespoons scallion. Stir once or twice, then serve sprinkled with remaining tablespoon scallion.
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Destiney Dennis
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The sauce is flavorful and the tofu is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
Dee
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is so good, I could eat it every day. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the tofu is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the Sichuan peppercorns. They give the dish a nice numbing sensation that really complements the other fla
Mirror Image Consulting_LLC
[email protected]I've made this Ma Po Tofu several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover tofu, and it's also a great make-ahead meal. I love that it's so versatile and easy to customize.
Rashantha Rathnayaka
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is a great way to impress your guests. It's a delicious and unique dish that they're sure to love. I always get rave reviews when I make it.
roniewizzy Ramirez
[email protected]I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this Ma Po Tofu. It's so flavorful and satisfying, I don't even miss the meat. I highly recommend this recipe.
Shiraz Khan
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is a great way to get your kids to eat tofu. My kids love the sweet and savory sauce, and they always ask for seconds.
Sudina Tamang
[email protected]I'm a big fan of tofu, and this Ma Po Tofu is one of my favorite recipes. The sauce is flavorful and the tofu is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
siddik 4700
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is the perfect weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love serving it with rice and steamed vegetables.
Arsalan Soomro
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy tofu. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Younas M Lal
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is a great make-ahead meal. I often make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week. It's also a great dish to freeze. I just thaw it out in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat it in the microwave.
Stan Speakman
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand. I also like to experiment with different types of tofu. I've used firm tofu, extra firm tofu, and even silken tofu. The dish always turns out great.
Wolfgang Properties
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is a great way to use up leftover tofu. I always have a block of tofu in my fridge, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use it in. The dish is easy to make and it's always delicious.
MD Apon MD Apon
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of tofu. But I'm so glad I did! The Ma Po Tofu was delicious. The sauce was flavorful and the tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I will definitely be making this
Mustafe Cali
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is so good, I could eat it every day. The sauce is rich and flavorful, and the tofu is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the Sichuan peppercorns. They give the dish a nice numbing sensation that really complements the other fla
wajad Fazal
[email protected]I've made this Ma Po Tofu several times now and it's always a hit. I love the way the tofu soaks up the flavorful sauce. I also appreciate that this recipe is relatively healthy. It's a great way to get a plant-based protein into my diet.
Shrish Thapa
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, savory, and satisfying. I love serving it with rice and steamed vegetables. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I often make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.
CRAIG IAIN SMITH 1
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this Ma Po Tofu without any problems. The instructions were clear and concise, and the ingredients were easy to find. The dish turned out great and I'm
Peter Greenwood
[email protected]This is my new favorite tofu dish! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The Ma Po Tofu is always flavorful and delicious, and the tofu is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.
vinnie fields
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The Ma Po Tofu was so flavorful and satisfying. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I will definitely be making this again.
Yaratalaadam MashaAllah
[email protected]This Ma Po Tofu was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the tofu was cooked to perfection. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.