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Quick Mapo Tofu (Vegetarian)

Name: Quick Mapo Tofu (Vegetarian)
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 19 min
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 300 g silken tofu; 2 tablespoons doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 stalks scallions, sliced; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/4 cup water or vegetable broth; 1/2 teaspoon ground Sichuan peppercorns; 1 teaspoon soy sauce

Silken tofu simmered in a spicy fermented bean paste sauce with minced garlic and scallions.

Total

19 min

Prep

7 min

Cook

12 min

Serves

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Servings

Recipe serves 2

Ingredients

300 g silken tofu
2 tablespoons doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 stalks scallions, sliced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup water or vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon ground Sichuan peppercorns(optional)
1 teaspoon soy sauce(optional)

Instructions

1
Heat the oil in a wok or skillet over medium heat (about 1 minute).
2
Add the minced garlic and stir‑fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3
Stir in the doubanjiang and optional Sichuan peppercorns, cooking 1 minute to release the aromas.
4
Pour in the water or broth and bring to a gentle simmer (about 1 minute).
5
Gently add the silken tofu, breaking it into large cubes, and simmer for 8‑10 minutes, stirring carefully to coat the tofu without breaking it.
6
Season with soy sauce if using, then sprinkle the sliced scallions over the top and serve immediately.