Spicy Tofu

Name: Spicy Tofu
Prep time: 4 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: scallions; ginger; garlic; cilantro; Lao Gan Ma; tofu; cornstarch; sugar; fermented soybeans

March 23, 2025 10 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

400 kcal

Calories

20g

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

25g

Fat

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This Spicy Tofu with Lao Gan Ma is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender tofu with bold, aromatic ingredients for a mouthwatering experience. The tofu is blanched to perfection, ensuring a silky texture, then stir-fried with fragrant garlic, ginger, and fermented soybeans. The star of the dish—Lao Gan Ma—adds a rich, spicy depth, while a light cornstarch glaze gives it a glossy finish. Fresh scallions and cilantro add a vibrant touch, balancing the heat with freshness. The secret? Gently shaking the pan to coat the tofu without breaking it, ensuring each cube stays intact and absorbs the savory sauce. Quick, easy, and bursting with umami, this recipe is perfect for spice lovers looking for a satisfying meal. Try it today and elevate your tofu game!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

tofu

tofu [400g]

Secondary Ingredients

scallions

scallions [2 stalks]
ginger

ginger [20g]
garlic

garlic [1 clove]
cilantro

cilantro [10g]
fermented soybeans

fermented soybeans [2 tablespoons]

Sauce and Seasonings

Instructions

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Step 1

Wash and chop the scallions into flower shape, slice 1 piece of ginger into small pieces, mince 1 clove of garlic, wash and chop the cilantro, prepare 2 tablespoons of Lao Gan Ma, and mix a small amount of water with cornstarch to make a water starch mixture. Cut the tofu into small cubes and blanch them in water for a while, then drain the water.

Step 2

Tip for cutting tofu: Cut a horizontal knife in the middle, then cut 3 knives horizontally and 3 knives vertically.

Step 3

Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, bring to a boil, and then put the tofu cubes in to blanch for a while. When you see the tofu dancing in the water, you can take it out and rinse it with cold water, then drain the water.

Step 4

Add a small amount of oil to the pot and heat it up. First, add the fermented soybeans, garlic, and ginger slices and stir-fry to bring out the flavor.

Step 5

Then add 2 tablespoons of Lao Gan Ma and stir-fry to bring out the flavor.

Step 6

Add the tofu and gently shake the pot to coat evenly (it’s best not to use a spatula, as it may break the tofu). Add an appropriate amount of sugar, soy sauce, and salt, and shake the pot again to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute, then add the water starch mixture, cover the pot, and cook for about 1 minute.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped scallions and cilantro on top.

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