Chinese-style Sautéed Tofu

Ingredients

 * 4 (3-inch square) pieces tofu
 * 4 cups oil
 * 3 ounces ground pork
 * 1 teaspoon minced ginger
 * 1 tablespoon minced garlic
 * 1 tablespoon hot bean paste
 * 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
 * 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
 * 1 teaspoon sesame oil
 * 1/2 cup soup stock
 * 1 tablespoon cornstarch
 * 2 tablespoons water
 * Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Directions
Cut tofu into 1 1/2-inch square pieces, then cut each piece into 2 triangles. Pat dry.

Heat oil in a wok or large skillet. Fry tofu until golden brown. Remove tofu from pan and remove oil, leaving only 2 tablespoons. Add ground pork to skillet; fry until pink is gone. Add bean paste, garlic and ginger. Add soup stock, then add browned tofu. Cover and cook over low heat for 2 minutes.

Add salt and sugar; bring to a low boil. Make a paste of cornstarch and water; add to mixture and stir until thickened.

Serve garnished with green onions.

Serves 4 to 6.