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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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