Simple Mapo Tofu

Mapo Tofu is a popular Sichuan dish known for its spicy and numbing flavors. It is named after the pockmarked (ma) old lady (po) who allegedly created the dish.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

Print Recipe

Medium

Simple Mapo Tofu

Cooking Method: Stir-frying Cuisine: Chinese Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 960

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 14 ounce Firm Tofu
• 2 teaspoon Vegetable Oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Sichuan Peppercorns
• 2 tablespoon Chili Bean Paste
• 1 tablespoon Doubanjiang (Fermented Broad Bean Paste)
• 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• ¹⁄₂ cup Water
• 2 stalks Green Onions
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Cut the tofu into small cubes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or pan over medium heat.
3. Add garlic, ginger, and Sichuan peppercorns. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add chili bean paste and doubanjiang. Stir-fry for another minute.
5. Add tofu cubes and gently stir to coat them with the sauce.
6. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and water. Pour the mixture into the wok.
7. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the tofu.
8. Add chopped green onions and salt. Stir well.
9. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
10. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

---

Amount Per Serving

Calories 240kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

---

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.