Spicy Braised Tofu

Submitted by: admin on April 10, 2020

2 servings

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package firm tofu, cut into bite-sized cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chili bean paste (toban djan)
1 (3/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 teaspoon chile powder
1 cup water, or as needed
1 bunch garlic scapes, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon soy sauce
salt to taste
1 teaspoon water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon ground Sichuan peppercorns, or to taste

Instructions

Step 1
Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add tofu; boil for 1 to 2 minutes. Drain.

Step 2
Heat oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the chili bean paste until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add ginger and chile powder; cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 3
Stir tofu into the skillet; pour in enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Stir in garlic scapes, soy sauce, and salt. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.

Step 4
Mix 1 teaspoon water and cornstarch together in a small bowl until cornstarch is dissolved. Pour into the skillet and stir gently until sauce thickens, 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle ground Sichuan peppercorns on top.

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