MA PO TOFU

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A famous Szechuan recipe - the name Ma Po Tofu is roughly translated as "pockmarked grandmother beancurd," named for the old woman who supposedly invented the dish.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories     Pork

Number Of Ingredients 15

MARINADE FOR PORK
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 1/2 Tbsp cornstarch
REMAINDER
1/4 lb ground pork
1 lb tofu, medium firm
1 leek or 4 green onions
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp chinese blackbeans, fermented or to taste
1 Tbsp chili bean paste
3 Tbsp chicken stock
1 Tbsp cornstarch
2 Tbsp water
2 Tbsp soy sauce
2-3 Tbsp canola oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • 1. Mix marinade ingredients. Marinate pork for about 20 minutes. Cut the tofu (bean curd) into 1/2 inch (1 cm) square cubes, and blanch (drop into boiling water) for 2 - 3 minutes. Remove from boiling water and drain. Chop leek or green onions into short lengths.
  • 2. Heat wok and add oil. When oil is ready, add the marinated pork. Stir-fry pork until the color darkens. Add salt and stir. Add the salted black beans. Mash the beans with a cooking ladle until they blend in well with the meat. Add the chili paste, then the stock, bean curd, and leek or green onions. Turn down the heat. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes. While cooking, mix cornstarch, water, and soy sauce together. Add to wok and stir gently. Serve with freshly ground Szechuan pepper.

mr saifu07
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I would give this recipe a zero if I could. It's the worst Mapo Tofu I've ever tasted.


Haji Nawaz
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Avoid this recipe at all costs. It's a waste of ingredients.


Jykeem Mingo
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This recipe is not worth your time. There are better Mapo Tofu recipes out there.


Khokon Ahmed
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I didn't like this recipe. The sauce was too thick and the tofu was too soft.


Cryto Manager
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This recipe is too complicated for me. I would recommend a simpler recipe for beginners.


bidur official
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I followed the recipe exactly but my dish didn't turn out as good as I expected. I think I might have used the wrong type of tofu.


Qadar Xusen
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices to the sauce.


Christina Hart
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This recipe is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chili paste if you don't like spicy food.


Saddi Mir
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe, but the dish still turned out great. I used a different type of tofu and a different type of chili paste. I also added some extra vegetables.


Rao Rabi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Patience Maya
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Richy Geb
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I love the spicy, savory sauce in this dish. The tofu is also cooked perfectly.


Sardha Devi
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This is my new favorite tofu dish. The sauce is amazing and the tofu is cooked perfectly.


Roki Roki
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Delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Big man bazu
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I've never made Mapo Tofu before but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and the dish turned out great.


Sjj Sjj
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover tofu. The sauce is flavorful and the tofu is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.


Jolicoeur Jason
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I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it. The sauce is so addictive and the tofu is perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.


Anitah Lovell256
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love the spicy, savory sauce and the tender tofu.


JAMES Taylor
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I'm not a big fan of tofu, but this dish changed my mind. The sauce is so flavorful and the tofu is so soft and tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Israel Bowman
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This Mapo Tofu recipe is a winner! The flavors are bold and complex, and the tofu is perfectly cooked. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out great.


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