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Keto Mapo Tofu recipe by Safe Plated

Keto Mapo Tofu

A spicy and flavorful keto Mapo Tofu recipe using ground pork for added richness.

40m4 servings
Contains wheatContains soyContains sesame
380 cal|30g protein|10g carbs|25g fat|3g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 450 g Firm Tofu
  • about 225 g Ground Pork
  • 2 tbsp Doubanjiang (Chili Bean Paste)
  • 1 tsp Ground Sichuan Peppercorns
  • 2 tbsp Tamari Soy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Ginger
  • 3 stalks Green Onions
  • 1/4 tsp Xanthan Gum

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Cut tofu into small cubes.
  2. 2Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. 3Add ground pork and cook until browned.
  4. 4Add garlic, ginger, and doubanjiang, cook for 1 minute.
  5. 5Add tofu cubes and stir gently.
  6. 6In a small bowl, whisk together tamari soy sauce and chicken broth. Add xanthan gum to thicken if needed.
  7. 7Pour the sauce over the tofu and pork. Add Sichuan peppercorns.
  8. 8Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. 9Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Substitutions

Soy Sauce → Tamari

Gluten-free alternative

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