MA PO TOFU (FROM COOKING LIGHT)

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Tried this the other day and loved it! If you use a couple of 8 oz. packages of diced tofu, found in the produce section of your grocery store, and bottled minced ginger, this goes together in no time. A rice cooker does a great job with brown rice, too, and will keep the rice warm until serving. A quick, healthy dish from Cooking Light.

Provided by LonghornMama

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (1 lb) package reduced-fat firm tofu, cut into 6 slices
1/2 cup reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 -2 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce (I use 2 teaspoons)
4 ounces ground lean pork
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated & peeled
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups cooked long-grain brown rice, while it's still hot
1/3 cup green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Place tofu slices on several layers of paper towels, cover with additional paper towels. Place a dinner plate on top of covered tofu; let stand 30 minutes. Remove plate, discard paper towels. Cut tofu slices into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Combine broth, cornstarch, soy sauce, oyster sauce and chili garlic sauce, stirring with a whisk.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork; cook 4 minutes or until done, stirring to crumble. Add ginger and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add tofu; cook 4 minutes or until golden, stirring frequently. Add broth mixture to pan. Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute or until mixture thickens. Remove from heat.
  • Serve tofu mixture over rice. Sprinkle with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.3, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 20.4, Sodium 412.5, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 0.7, Protein 8.1

Japonica Jackson
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This was an excellent recipe! The tofu was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Abubakkar Sukhera
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This was a great recipe! The tofu was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


M.r Asfak
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The sauce was flavorful and the tofu was crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Nwf coldfire
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This was an excellent recipe! The tofu was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mushemeza Medard
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I loved the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


Marwat Studio
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This was a great recipe! The tofu was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Mimi Lokz
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The tofu was crispy and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


sidonie blimpo
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This was an excellent recipe! The tofu was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


sida Jawara
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tofu. The sauce is flavorful and the tofu is crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Anam Mozumdar
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually serve it over rice, but it's also great with noodles.


Bibi Colon
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This was my first time making Ma Po Tofu, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the dish was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Houda Bouabdallah
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The sauce is so flavorful and delicious, and the tofu is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Feroz Ujjan
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This Ma Po Tofu recipe from Cooking Light is a winner! The flavors are bold and complex, and the tofu is cooked to perfection. I especially love the addition of the Sichuan peppercorns, which give the dish a nice numbing sensation.