Minced Pork with Tofu

Minced Pork with Tofu

This **Spicy Tofu Stir-Fry with Ground Meat** is a flavor-packed dish that combines soft tofu, savory ground meat, and aromatic spices for a mouthwatering meal. The secret lies in the **Pixian bean paste**, which infuses the dish with a rich, spicy depth, while **garlic, ginger, and scallions** add a fragrant kick. Tofu soaks up the bold sauce, enhanced by **soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil** for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. A final sprinkle of **garlic scapes** adds freshness and crunch. Quick and easy to make, this stir-fry is ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for guests. Serve it over rice for a satisfying, protein-rich meal that’s bursting with umami flavors!

10 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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tofu
400g
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ground meat
200g

The aromatics

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scallions
3 stalks
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ginger
10g (1-inch piece)
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garlic
2 cloves
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garlic scapes
1/2 cup

The sauce & seasonings

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olive oil
1 tbsp
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Pixian bean paste
1 tbsp
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sugar
1 tsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Cut the tofu into cubes and soak them in light salt water for 5 minutes.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Pour olive oil into the wok and heat it up.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Stir-fry the scallions, ginger, and garlic until fragrant.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Add Pixian bean paste.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Stir-fry until the oil turns red and fragrant.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Add the ground meat.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Stir-fry until the meat is fragrant.

9. Step 9

Step 9
Add the tofu.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Add an appropriate amount of water.

11. Step 11

Step 11
Add soy sauce.

12. Step 12

Step 12
Add sugar and cook for 5 minutes to allow the tofu to absorb the flavor.

13. Step 13

Step 13
Add a small amount of salt and drizzle with cornstarch mixture.

14. Step 14

Step 14
Drizzle with sesame oil.

15. Step 15

Step 15
Sprinkle a small amount of garlic scapes and stir-fry evenly, then turn off the heat.

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