Authentic Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐)

Name: Authentic Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 4 oz ground pork ((or chicken, or turkey) (*Footnote 1)); 2 teaspoons Shaoxing wine ((or dry sherry)); 1 teaspoon light soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger; 1 teaspoon cornstarch ((optional) (*Footnote 2)); 2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns; 1 tablespoon peanut oil ((or vegetable oil)); 3 tablespoons Doubanjiang (, reduce to 2 tablespoons for a less saltier and less spicy taste); 2 green onion (, chopped); 1 block firm or medium firm tofu (, cut into 1.5cm (1/2 inch) squares); 1 cup chicken stock ((or water)); 2 teaspoons homemade chili oil ((*Footnote 3)); 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder; 1 teaspoon sugar ((or to taste))

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:15min

An easy mapo tofu recipe that creates the authentic taste of China that features soft tofu cooked in a rich, spicy, and savory sauce that is full of aroma. Serve it over steamed rice for a quick, delicious and healthy weekday dinner!

Updated at: Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:13:47 GMT