Chinese-style Sautéed Tofu

Description
Serves 4 to 6.

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
 * 1½ teaspoons salt
 * 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
 * 1 teaspoon sesame oil
 * ½ cup soup stock
 * 1 tablespoon cornstarch
 * 2 tablespoons water
 * chopped green onions (for garnish)

Directions

 * 1) Cut tofu into 1½-inch square pieces, then cut each piece into 2 triangles. Pat dry.
 * 2) Heat oil in a wok or large skillet.
 * 3) Fry tofu until golden brown.
 * 4) Remove tofu from pan and remove oil, leaving only 2 tablespoons.
 * 5) Add ground pork to skillet; fry until pink is gone.
 * 6) Add bean paste, garlic and ginger.
 * 7) Add soup stock, then add browned tofu.
 * 8) Cover and cook over low heat for 2 minutes.
 * 9) Add salt and sugar; bring to a low boil.
 * 10) Make a paste of cornstarch and water; add to mixture and stir until thickened.
 * 11) Serve garnished with green onions.