Ma Po Tofu

Ingredients

• 4 ounces ground pork
• 2 tablespoons dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/2 tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed and mashed
• 1/2 tablespoon chili paste with garlic
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 (14 ounce) package tofu, drained and cut into cubes
• 1 cup frozen green peas
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with equal parts water

Directions

In a small bowl, combine ground pork, sherry and 1 teaspoon cornstarch; set aside.

In a separate small bowl, combine black beans, chile paste, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger; set aside.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. If pork is lean, add 1 tablespoon oil. Cook pork until evenly browned. Stir in black bean mixture, tofu, and peas. Pour in chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Stir in dissolved cornstarch, and cook until thickened.