Jul 14 2026

Ma Po Tofu Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Fresh soft tofu and minced pork with green onions sautéed in a spicy brown sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tofu

    Cut the soft tofu into bite-sized cubes and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Pork

    Heat a pan over medium heat and add the minced pork. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.

  3. 3

    Add Aromatics

    Add minced garlic, ginger, and doubanjiang to the pan. Stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Gently add the tofu cubes into the pan, being careful not to break them. Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and water. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Thicken the Sauce

    Mix cornstarch with a little water to create a slurry and add it to the pan. Stir gently until the sauce thickens.

  6. 6

    Finish and Serve

    Add chopped green onions and season with black pepper. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

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