MA PO TOFU

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This is a great Chinese recipe. I love this dish - you can control the spice by varying the cayenne. I hope you like it as much as I do.

Provided by Linda Johnson

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 ounces ground pork
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 teaspoon cornstarch
½ tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed and mashed
½ tablespoon chili paste with garlic
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, crushed
½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 (14 ounce) package tofu, drained and cut into cubes
1 cup frozen green peas
½ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with equal parts water

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine ground pork, sherry and 1 teaspoon cornstarch; set aside.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine black beans, chile paste, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger; set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. If pork is lean, add 1 tablespoon oil. Cook pork until evenly browned. Stir in black bean mixture, tofu, and peas. Pour in chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Stir in dissolved cornstarch, and cook until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Cholesterol 20.4 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 577.9 mg, Sugar 3 g

ishan mirja
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I made this Ma Po Tofu for my family last night and they loved it! The sauce was flavorful and the tofu was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


Kamisha Jumai
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This was the best Ma Po Tofu I've ever had. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the tofu was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.


mariner harmony
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I love this recipe! The Ma Po Tofu is always delicious and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Ma Po Tofu.


Jt Snow
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This Ma Po Tofu was delicious! The tofu was cooked to perfection and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Isheka Kamara
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I'm not usually a fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ashley Wenz
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I love this Ma Po Tofu recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The tofu is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Ma


Aadil Cheema
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This Ma Po Tofu was so good! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Twiine Segu
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Yum! This Ma Po Tofu was delicious and easy to make. The tofu was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


FahaD Hosen
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I made this Ma Po Tofu for my family last night and they loved it! The sauce was flavorful and the tofu was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


TUBA GULZAR
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I love this recipe! The Ma Po Tofu is always delicious and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Ma Po Tofu.


Md Rakibul Hasan
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This Ma Po Tofu was delicious! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the tofu was perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.


Damir Ubishev
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This recipe was easy to follow and the Ma Po Tofu turned out great! The tofu was soft and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Ma Po Tofu.


Mark Meade
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I'm not usually a fan of tofu, but this recipe changed my mind. The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Cynthia Snow
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This was one of the best Ma Po Tofu recipes I've ever tried. The sauce was amazing and the tofu was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


Zahra Namukasa
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Easy to make and delicious! I will definitely be making this again.


Mare Jan
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This Ma Po Tofu was delicious! The tofu was perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Md Sipon miha
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Just made this recipe and it was so good! The tofu was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


sebel dejena
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I tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The sauce was flavorful and the tofu was nice and crispy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy Ma Po Tofu.


Average
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This Ma Po Tofu was absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the tofu was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


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