Authentic Mapo Tofu with Scallion Oil Aroma (No Sichuan Peppercorn)
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By intentionally omitting Sichuan peppercorn and utilizing homemade scallion oil, this mild version of Mapo Tofu offers a deep, rich flavor that appeals to all generations, from children to seniors.
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🍳 Cooking Flow
Cut the tofu into diamond shapes, blanch it, and prepare the homemade scallion oil. → Stir-fry the ground beef in the scallion oil, then add garlic, ginger, chopped scallions, and seasonings to stir-fry together. → Add the tofu, soup stock, and the remaining scallions, then cook over high heat. → Thicken slightly with water-diluted potato starch, and finish with sesame oil and chili oil.
Cooking Steps
Brief Cooking Order
Cut the tofu into diamond shapes, blanch it, and prepare the homemade scallion oil. → Stir-fry the ground beef in the scallion oil, then add garlic, ginger, chopped scallions, and seasonings to stir-fry together. → Add the tofu, soup stock, and the remaining scallions, then cook over high heat. → Thicken slightly with water-diluted potato starch, and finish with sesame oil and chili oil.
Introduction
By intentionally omitting Sichuan peppercorn and utilizing homemade scallion oil, this mild version of Mapo Tofu offers a deep, rich flavor that appeals to all generations, from children to seniors.
Step 1
Cut the firm tofu into diamond shapes (or cubes), quickly blanch in boiling water, and drain well.
Step 2
Slice the green onion for the dish, and finely chop a portion of it.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, combine the scallion oil green onions and enough oil to cover. Heat over medium heat for about 10 minutes to make the homemade scallion oil. Finely chop the garlic and ginger separately.
Step 4
Grease a wok (or frying pan) with a little extra oil, and add 1 tablespoon of the prepared scallion oil. Add the ground beef and stir-fry; once the red color has faded, add the garlic, ginger, and finely chopped green onions.
Step 5
Add the Doubanjiang, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and sugar, and stir-fry well to combine the flavors.
Ingredients List
Important Notes
Blanching the tofu in advance prevents it from breaking apart and helps the seasonings penetrate more easily. 💡
Slowly cooking the homemade scallion oil dramatically enhances the richness and aroma of the entire dish. 🔥
By deliberately omitting Sichuan peppercorns this time, we have achieved a gentle flavor that can be enjoyed even by those who dislike the numbing sensation of the spice. ⚠️
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