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Ma La Tofu (Vegan Mapo Tofu)

Chinese (Sichuan) · East Asia STOVETOP
8/10

Sichuan numbing-spicy tofu without meat — all the mala, no pork.

Tofu Stir-Fry & Sauté Home Cook Friendly Vegan N Nut-Free E Egg-Free G Gluten-Free

Why It Works

Doubanjiang alone provides enough umami; the mala sensation doesn't need meat.

Key Ingredients

silken tofu doubanjiang Sichuan peppercorn garlic ginger scallions chili oil

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