Red Meat Allergy Friendly Mapo Tofu with Turmeric & Ginger

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  1 block (14 oz) silken or soft tofu, cut into ¾-inch cubes
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  2 tbsp avocado oil, divided
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  ¾ lb ground pork
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  4 scallions, white and green parts separated, thinly sliced
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  1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
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  4 cloves garlic, minced
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  1 ½ tbsp chili bean paste (doubanjiang)
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  1 tsp ground turmeric
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  1 tsp sichuan peppercorns, toasted and finely ground
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  ½ tsp red pepper flakes
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  2 tbsp coconut aminos
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  1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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  1 tbsp arrowroot starch
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  2 tbsp cold water
• ½ tsp salt, or to taste
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  1 tsp toasted sesame oil
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For serving

• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
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