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Sichuan Mapo Tofu

Soft tofu simmers in a numbing chili bean sauce with garlic, Sichuan pepper, and minced meat.

Medium⏱️ 27 min📖 1 min readServes 3~310 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation

15 min prep 12 min cook

#High Protein
#Under 30 min

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Timeline

Total 27 min

Prep15 min
Cooking12 min

Ingredients

3 servings

Quick:

500 gr Soft tofu
120 gr Ground beef
2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Doubanjiang
1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Sichuan pepper
3 diş Garlic
1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Ginger
1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Soy sauce
1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Cornstarch
2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Neutral oil
0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Salt

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Instructions

1
Cut the tofu into 2 cm cubes and hold it in salted hot water for 5 minutes.
5 min
05:00
2
Toast the Sichuan pepper in a dry pan for 1 minute until fragrant, then crush it.
1 min
01:00
3
Brown the ground beef in a wok for 3 minutes.
3 min
03:00
4
Add the garlic, ginger, and doubanjiang and saute for 1 minute.
1 min
01:00
5
Add the soy sauce and half a cup of water, then bring to a boil.
6
Add the tofu to the sauce and simmer gently for 4 minutes.
4 min
04:00
7
Thicken the sauce with cornstarch water and finish with Sichuan pepper.

💡 Tip: Briefly holding the tofu in salted hot water helps it warm without breaking in the pot.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with steamed rice and cucumber pickles.

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Nutrition (per serving)

⚠️ Estimated, 70% match

~310

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 24%Carbs 18%Fat 58%

GI 36 · Low GIGL 5 · Low GL

0.1g

Sugar

0.2g

Fiber

690.3mg

Sodium

4.5g

Saturated fat

⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (70%); values are estimates.

Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.

Satiety (per serving)

6/10

Strong satiety, counts as a main meal

This recipe may contain allergens

Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.

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FAQ

How many servings does Sichuan Mapo Tofu make?
This recipe serves 3.
How long does Sichuan Mapo Tofu take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 12 minutes; 27 minutes in total.
Is Sichuan Mapo Tofu difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.
How many calories does Sichuan Mapo Tofu have?
Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 19g, carbs: 14g, fat: 20g.
Which allergens does Sichuan Mapo Tofu contain?
This recipe contains Soy. Check it against your dietary needs.
Which cuisine does Sichuan Mapo Tofu belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.
How many ingredients does Sichuan Mapo Tofu need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
Is Sichuan Mapo Tofu filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.

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Instructions

Cut the tofu into 2 cm cubes and hold it in salted hot water for 5 minutes.

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