Ma Po Doufu

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Begin by cutting the soft tofu into cubes.

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14 oz soft tofu

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1/2 lb ground pork

3 tbsp doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste)

1 tbsp douchi (fermented black beans), rinsed and chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp fresh ginger, minced

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp ground Sichuan peppercorns

1/2 cup chicken broth

1 tbsp cornstarch

2 tbsp water

1 tsp sesame oil

1/2 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Serve the dish hot with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Be careful when stirring the tofu to keep it intact.

Feel free to adjust the spiciness by modifying the amount of doubanjiang.

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