Gluten-Free Mapo Tofu

Ingredients:

1 pound firm tofu, cubed
2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce
1 tablespoon gluten-free chili bean paste (doubanjiang)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 pound ground pork (or substitute with ground beef or turkey)
1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
2 green onions, chopped

Instructions:

In a bowl, gently toss the cubed tofu with 1 tablespoon of gluten-free soy sauce. Set it aside to marinate while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it's browned and cooked through.

Stir in the gluten-free chili bean paste (doubanjiang) and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and the marinated tofu. Gently stir to combine, being careful not to break the tofu cubes. Simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the tofu is heated through and has absorbed some of the flavors.

Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with the remaining 1 tablespoon of gluten-free soy sauce if needed. You can also adjust the spice level by adding more chili bean paste if desired.

Serve the gluten-free mapo tofu hot, garnished with chopped green onions, over steamed rice. Enjoy your flavorful and gluten-free mapo tofu!