Mapo Tofu - Sichuan Style

January 1, 2026 · Mains

This version is closer to what the original Chinese version is like, but still toned down for non Sichuan pallets.

Mabo Dofu Sauce

• 2/3 cup chicken stock

• 1 tablespoon mirin

• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

• 1 grams Sichuan pepper (1/2 tsp ground)

• 1 tablespoons doubanjiang

• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

• 1 tablespoon potato starch

For Stir-Fry

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 60 grams onion (1/2 small onion, finely minced)

• 9 grams grated garlic (1 very large clove, grated)

• 9 grams grated ginger (equal amount to garlic, grated)

• 1 tablespoon miso

• 150 grams ground pork

• 396 grams silken tofu (1 block cut into 1/2-inch cubes)

To Serve

• Rice

• Chili oil (to taste)

• Scallions (for garnish)