Mapo Tofu (Japanese-Style)
Instructions
Before you start: Feel free to cook once and store it. Below instructions makes 4 servings. Most pans won't fit more than 8 servings, so if you want to make more, cook in batches.
1
Make 3/4 cup of rice per person.
2
Drain and squeeze as much water out of 1 pack of tofu without breaking, and cut tofu into 1.5cm cubes.
3
In a big pan, fry our homemade-mapo tofu sauce until melted. Add 1.25cup (300ml) water.
4
Add tofu. Boil for 9 mins on high. Stir slowly occasionally.
5
Mix 3tbsp water with 3tsp of starch powder. Pour evenly into pan. Stir 30secs until thick.
6
Add chives and peppercorn oil. Boil 20 secs. Add salt / water to adjust saltiness.
Reheat Instructions: Mix and microwave for 1.5-2mins. Sauce will melt.