Easy Mapo Tofu

Step 1

Heat 1/4 cup of oil, add chilli flakes. Stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside for later use. (Note: this recipe require only 2-3 teaspoons, bottle the remaining chilli oil and keep in larder)

Step 2

Combine ground chicken with all the ingredients under 'Marinade', set aside.

Step 3

Combine all ingredients under 'Sauce' in a bowl and set aside

Step 4

Heat up wok and add oil

Step 5

Add chopped garlic, grated ginger and chilli

Step 6

Add marinated chicken mince. Stir and cook for 1 minute

Step 7

Add bean paste and chilli oil. Stir and cook for another minute or two.

Step 8

Add sauce, stir well.

Step 9

Add cubed tofu, gently coat with sauce. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Remove lid and stir to mix. Sprinkle with chopped spring onions.

Step 11

Serve with steam rice.