Thousand-Layer Tofu in Spicy Pot
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Thousand-Layer Tofu in Spicy Pot

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Thousand-Layer Tofu in Spicy Pot

About This Recipe

This savory Bean Curd Hot Pot is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines tender bean curd with a medley of fresh vegetables and succulent proteins. Thinly sliced bean curd is first pan-fried to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich, spicy broth infused with fragrant Sichuan peppercorns, ginger, garlic, and bean paste. Crisp lettuce, sweet carrots, and umami-packed squid, beef balls, and pork slices meld together in this hearty one-pot meal. A final touch of garlic leaves adds a fresh, aromatic finish. The secret lies in the layered cooking process—frying the bean curd for texture, blooming the spices for depth, and slow-simmering to let every ingredient soak up the bold flavors. Perfect for warming up on chilly nights, this dish delivers a satisfying balance of heat, sweetness, and savory richness. Serve it piping hot for a comforting, restaurant-worthy meal at home!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • bean curd 400g
  • squid 200g
  • beef balls 150g
  • pork 200g
The aromatics
  • lettuce 200g
  • garlic leaves 5 stalks
  • carrot 150g
  • ginger 2 slices
The sauce & seasonings
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp
  • bean paste 2 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Thaw the bean curd.
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Step 2
Step 2
Prepare processed lettuce, garlic leaves, squid, beef balls sliced, pork slices, and carrot slices.
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Step 3
Step 3
Prepare seasonings.
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Step 4
Step 4
Cut the bean curd into thin slices.
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Step 5
Step 5
Heat a pan with oil, add the bean curd slices one by one and fry until both sides are lightly browned, then turn off the heat and set aside.
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Step 6
Step 6
Heat another pan with oil, add Sichuan peppercorns and stir-fry until fragrant, then remove the Sichuan peppercorns.
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Step 7
Step 7
Turn off the heat, then use the hot oil to stir-fry ginger slices, garlic slices, and bean paste until fragrant and red oil is emitted.
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Step 8
Step 8
Add lettuce cubes and stir-fry over high heat to bring out the fragrance.
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Step 9
Step 9
Add the fried bean curd slices and water.
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Step 10
Step 10
Cover and boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low heat and cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the bean curd.
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Step 11
Step 11
Add the beef balls, pork slices, and carrot slices, and cook over high heat until boiling.
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Step 12
Step 12
Add the squid rolls and garlic leaves.
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Step 13
Step 13
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt.
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Step 14
Step 14
Add a suitable amount of sugar to enhance the flavor, then turn off the heat and serve.

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