Mapo Tofu

Ingredients

• 1 lbs soft tofu, cubed
• 2 oz, ground meat (beef/pork) / optional
• 3 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 1 tbsp. hot bean sauce
• 1/2 tbsp. soy sauce
• cornstarch
• water

Instructions

1. 1
   In medium heat warm oil in a pan, add minced garlic. Warm until garlic smells like a real kitchen should. Add ground meat and brown the meat. Add hot bean sauce, soy sauce and water, and mix thoroughly. Bring to a slight boil.
2. 2
   Add cubed soft tofu and mix well. My mom loves to finish with a mixture of cornstarch and water to thicken the recipe. Top with chopped green onions.Serve with steamed rice.