Ma Pao Tofu

Name: Ma Pao Tofu
Yield: Serves 4
Cuisine: Asia, Chinese
Ingredients: 2 cups, low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup, water; 4 teaspoons, soy sauce; 4 teaspoons, Chinese rice cooking wine or dry sherry; 1 tablespoon, fish sauce; 2 teaspoons, sugar; 2 (14-ounce) blocks, soft tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/2 pound, ground pork; 2 teaspoons, soy sauce; 3 medium, garlic cloves, minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 1 tablespoon); 1 tablespoon, minced or grated fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon, Sichuan peppercorns, ground or crushed fine; 1 tablespoon, vegetable oil; 3 , scallions, white and green parts separated, whites minced, and greens sliced thin on the bias; 3 tablespoons, cornstarch; 3 tablespoons, water; 2 tablespoons, chili oil, plus extra for serving

Main Courses
Asia
Chinese
Pasta, Grains, Rice & Beans
Fruits & Vegetables
Beans
Vegetables

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SERVES 4

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