Finished dish photo of Mapo Tofu (Silken Tofu Unbroken Version)

Mapo Tofu (Silken Tofu Unbroken Version)

I don't like soft tofu because it's neither firm nor tender enough. I prefer silken tofu—so smooth!

Ingredients

Tofu1 piece
Minced porkAs you like
Doubanjiang (fermented bean paste)1 spoon (the kind that comes with a rice bowl)
Sichuan peppercorns10 grains
Scallions2 stalks
Ground Sichuan pepper1 spoon (the kind that comes with a salt jar)
Chili powder1 spoon (the kind that comes with a salt jar)
Light soy sauceHalf a spatula
Starch1 spoon (the kind that comes with a rice bowl)
Sugar2 spoons (the kind that comes with a salt jar)
Ginger3 slices
Garlic2 cloves
Pepper1 gram
Bird's eye chili3 pieces

Steps

1

Prepare and cut the ingredients, then set aside.

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2

The minced pork on the side was pre-cooked by me. It can also be eaten with rice daily. For the method, refer to the tips from the previous hot and sour noodles recipe.

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Heat oil on low heat, stir-fry doubanjiang, ginger, and garlic at low temperature. Add sugar, chili powder, ground Sichuan pepper, and Sichuan peppercorns after fragrant. Keep the heat low. Then add soy sauce. Add water and bring to a boil (since I'm using silken tofu, I prepared the broth in advance).

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4

Silken tofu easily breaks when handled. At this point, you can cut it into squares with a knife and pour it in all at once—quick, precise, and firm.

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5

At this stage, it's in large chunks. Then gently break it apart with a spatula.

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6

As shown in the picture. Simmer briefly.

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7

Add minced pork, pepper powder, and bird's eye chili.

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When almost done, add starch water (the kind dissolved in water—forgot to take a photo) and scallions. Gently push with the back of the spatula.

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When the texture becomes thick, scoop it out.

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10

Serve with a bowl of rice! So fragrant—I could eat ten bowls!

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