Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 tbsp

red chile flakes

soaked

1 tbsp

hot water

0.25 cup

soybean oil

1.5 tsp

Sichuan peppercorns

1 unit

garlic

sliced thin

0.25 cup

ground pork

2.5 tbsp

doubanjiang

15 unit

soft tofu

drained and cubed

0.25 cup

water

3 unit

green onions

sliced

Step 1
~2 min

Soak red pepper flakes in hot water to soften.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat wok over medium-high heat; add oil.

Step 3
~2 min

Toss peppercorns briefly until aromatic.

Step 4
~2 min

Add garlic; stir until aromatic (10-15 seconds).

Step 5
~2 min

Add ground pork; sauté until browned and crumbly (about 2 minutes).

Step 6
~2 min

Mix doubanjiang and softened red chile flakes into the pork mixture.

Step 7
~2 min

Simmer for about 1 minute.

Step 8
~2 min

Add tofu and water; gently stir to coat.

Step 9
~2 min

Bring to a boil.

Step 10
~2 min

Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until flavors meld (3-4 minutes).

Step 11
~2 min

Remove from heat and toss in green onions.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red chile flakes to your spice preference.

For a vegetarian version, use mushroom broth and omit the pork.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sichuan, China

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Sichuan cuisine, known for its spicy and savory flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

75/100

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