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                             CHINESE MAPO TOFU
 
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 Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Chinese
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    2       tb           Oil -- for sauteing
    1       tb           Black Bean Garlic Sauce
                         - (see notes)
    1       t            Red Chili Paste with Garlic
      1/4   lb           Ground pork
    1       pk           Fresh tofu (any firmness)
                         - cut into cubes
      1/4   c            Chopped green onions
                         Salt -- to taste
 
    Cooks notes:  Black Bean Garlic Sauce and Red Chili Paste with Garlic are
   available at Asian markets and some supermarkets with large Asian specialty
   sections.
   
    Procedure:  In a wok or deep skillet, place oil, Black Bean Sauce, Red
   Chili Sauce with Garlic and ground pork. Turn heat on high; gradually
   combine the sauces and meat as the heat increases. When meat is browned and
   cooked through, turn heat to medium and add cubed tofu. Mix gently and
   continue to simmer for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until well
   blended and tofu is heated through. Add green onion and toss. Add salt to
   taste.
   
    Presentation:  Serve hot accompanied with cooked white rice.
   
    Yield:  Makes 4 servings
   
    This recipe was sent in to the paper by Janet Eng of Buena Park, CA.
   (Orange Country Register)
   
   Shared by Ed Pallan
  
 
 
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