Chinese tofu recipe

Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐) is one of the most iconic dishes of Sichuan cuisine, celebrated for its fiery heat, bold flavors, and that unmistakable numbing sensation from Sichuan peppercorns. I first shared a version of this recipe a few years ago, but since then, I’ve refined it with two simple techniques: adding fermented black beans and …

I recently enjoyed a fantastic Chinese tofu dish at a local restaurant and couldn’t wait to share the recipe. This dish combines silken tofu, Chinese mushrooms, minced meat, spinach, and Zha Cai, a Chinese preserved vegetable. It pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, or you can make it less salty as a stand-alone dish. This healthy …