Mapo Tofu with Ground Pork

Instructions

1. 1

   Start the rice and cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes.

2. 2

   Brown the pork in the oil over medium-high heat about 4 minutes until crisp in spots.

3. 3

   Stir in the chili bean sauce, minced garlic and grated ginger and cook 1 minute.

4. 4

   Add the broth and soy sauce, bring to a simmer, gently slide in the tofu and simmer 4 minutes without stirring hard.

5. 5

   Stir the cornstarch into 2 tbsp water, add it, and gently fold 1 minute until glossy and thick.

6. 6

   Top with green onions and serve over rice; use 1 tbsp chili bean sauce for a milder family version.