Ma Po Tofu

Description
Makes 2 servings.

Ingredients

 * ¾ pound tofu, diced ¼-inch
 * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * 2 garlic cloves, minced
 * 1 chive or small scallion (green part only), chopped
 * ¼ pound ground pork
 * 2 tablespoons spicy (not sweet) bean paste or szechuan bean sauce
 * ⅔ cup chicken broth
 * 2 tablespoons cornstarch
 * ¼ cup cold water
 * 1 tablespoon sesame oil
 * 1 tablespoon spicy chili oil

Directions

 * 1) Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the tofu and cook for 1 minute to remove acidity.
 * 2) Remove tofu, drain and set aside.
 * 3) Heat the vegetable oil medium hot in a wok or large skillet.
 * 4) Sauté the garlic and chive until garlic aroma is evident, about 2 minutes.
 * 5) Add the pork, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon.
 * 6) Cook until all pink is gone, about 5 minutes.
 * 7) Add the bean paste, chicken broth and tofu.
 * 8) Bring to a boil.
 * 9) Reduce the heat and let simmer about 5 minutes.
 * 10) Dissolve the cornstarch in water.
 * 11) Stir the cornstarch slurry into the broth.
 * 12) Bring to a boil to thicken the sauce.
 * 13) Just before serving, add the sesame and chili oils.

Nutritional information
Nutrients per serving:
 * 435 calories | 28 grams protein | 14 grams carbohydrates | 31 grams fat | 33 mg cholesterol | 543 mg sodium