Jia Chang Dou Fu (Home-style Tofu) - Chinese Recipe

Jia Chang Dou Fu (Home-style Tofu)

Classic Sichuan home-style dish - pan-fried tofu with pork, vegetables in savory sauce

Prep Time15m
Cook Time30m
Yield4 servings
Cuisine

Ingredients

  • Tofu 400g
  • Pork 100g
  • Carrots 50g
  • Wood ear 30g
  • Green onions 2 stalks
  • Ginger 3 slices
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Doubanjiang 1 tbsp
  • Soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • Sugar 1 tsp
  • Cornstarch 1 tbsp

Steps

  1. Prepare all ingredients: wash, cut, and measure everything before cooking (mise en place).
  2. Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Add aromatics (ginger, garlic, scallions) and stir briefly until fragrant.
  3. Add the main ingredient (meat/vegetables/tofu) and cook using the appropriate technique.
  4. Add seasonings and sauce. Stir well to coat evenly. Adjust heat as needed.
  5. Continue cooking for 2-5 minutes until the main ingredient is cooked through and well seasoned.
  6. Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with scallions or cilantro, and serve hot.

Tips

Have all ingredients prepped and measured before you start cooking. Chinese stir-fry moves fast once the wok is hot - there is no time to chop or measure mid-cook.