Mapo Tofu (Ma La Tofu)

Ingredients

• 400 g Silken tofu
• 200 g Ground pork
• 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorn
• 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
• 15 g Fresh ginger
• 3 clove Garlic
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 200 ml Water
• 2 tbsp Neutral oil
• 1 piece Green onion

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Cut the tofu into delicate cubes and mince the ginger and garlic.

2. Step 2

   Heat the neutral oil in a wok and cook the ground pork until browned.

3. Step 3

   Add the ginger, garlic, Sichuan peppercorn, and cayenne pepper, stir for 1 minute.

4. Step 4

   Pour in the soy sauce and water. Gently add the tofu and simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Step 5

   Mix the cornstarch with a little water and pour into the wok to thicken slightly.

6. Step 6

   Drizzle with sesame oil and garnish with sliced green onion.