Red Meat Allergy Friendly Ma Po Tofu

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  1 block (14 oz) silken or soft tofu
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  6 oz ground pork
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  Consider using ground chicken instead.

  Chef's tip

  Chicken is leaner, so add a little oil and a bit more seasoning. Cook ground chicken fully - to 165°F (74°C).
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  2 tbsp doubanjiang (sichuan chili bean paste)
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  Chili bean paste:Ingredients can vary. Tap to see products that likely fit a Red Meat Allergy diet.
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  1 tbsp fermented black beans (douchi), roughly chopped
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  3 cloves garlic, minced
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  1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
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  1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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  1 tbsp soy sauce
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  1 tsp sugar
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  1 tsp sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground
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  2 tbsp neutral oil (such as vegetable oil or canola oil)
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For the slurry

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  2 tbsp cornstarch
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  3 tbsp cold water

For serving

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  3 scallions, thinly sliced (green parts only for garnish)
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  steamed white rice, for serving
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