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CHINESE MAPO TOFU

CHINESE MAPO TOFU

Ingredients
  2 tablespoons Oil -- for sauteing
1 tablespoon Black Bean Garlic Sauce -- (see notes)
1 teaspoon Red Chili Paste with Garlic
1/4 pound Ground pork
1 package Fresh tofu (any firmness) -- cut into cubes
1/4 cup Chopped green onions
Salt -- to taste
 
CHINESE MAPO TOFU
Preparation
  Cooks notes: Black Bean Garlic Sauce and Red Chili Paste with Garlic are
available at Asian markets and some supermarkets with large Asian
specialty sections.

Procedure: In a wok or deep skillet, place oil, Black Bean Sauce, Red
Chili Sauce with Garlic and ground pork. Turn heat on high; gradually
combine the sauces and meat as the heat increases. When meat is browned
and cooked through, turn heat to medium and add cubed tofu. Mix gently and
continue to simmer for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until well
blended and tofu is heated through. Add green onion and toss. Add salt to
taste.

 

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