Quick Mapo Tofu (Hot Pot Base Version)
Hot pot base is really a great thing. You can make countless delicious dishes with it. Today, let's try this Mapo Tofu. It's absolutely amazing, perfect with rice 😻😻
Ingredients
Steps
I bought this type of tofu, which doesn't break easily when cooked. However, Mapo Tofu tastes better with soft tofu...
Cut into cubes. For better flavor absorption, you can cut them smaller. Firm tofu doesn't break easily, so you can cut freely, but be careful with soft tofu...
Minced meat, add oil (more), light soy sauce (2 spoons), oyster sauce (1 spoon), a pinch of salt, a pinch of pepper, and mix well. Let it sit for a while...
Prepare chopped green onions, garlic, and ginger... (You don't need this much; I prepared extra for other dishes)
Hot pot base, cut 1/5 or 1/6. Use less if you can't handle spicy food...
Heat oil in a pan, sauté garlic and ginger, then add the hot pot base and stir until melted...
On medium-high heat, first stir-fry the minced meat, then add tofu. Stir-fry, add a bowl of water, simmer for 5-6 minutes, then add a few grains of sugar (just a pinch for extra freshness). In a separate bowl, mix 1 spoon of cornstarch with water, then pour into the pan. Stir-fry on high heat until the sauce thickens...
Sprinkle chopped green onions before serving... Wow, so fragrant!!