Name: Ma Po Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces ground pork; 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; ½ tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed and mashed; ½ tablespoon chili paste with garlic; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 cloves garlic, crushed; ½ teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 1 (14 ounce) package tofu, drained and cut into cubes; 1 cup frozen green peas; ½ cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with equal parts water

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine ground pork, sherry and 1 teaspoon cornstarch; set aside.

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Step 2

In a separate small bowl, combine black beans, chile paste, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger; set aside.
Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. If pork is lean, add 1 tablespoon oil. Cook pork until evenly browned. Stir in black bean mixture, tofu, and peas. Pour in chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Stir in dissolved cornstarch, and cook until thickened.

Tips

This dish is best served with steamed white rice.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

212 calories; protein 15.6g; carbohydrates 13.5g; fat 11.3g; cholesterol 20.4mg; sodium 577.9mg. Full Nutrition

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