#万能美食指南#
The soul of Sichuan cuisine, the legendary story and production skills of mapo tofu, and the food that satisfies the appetite
On a sunny afternoon, the sun shines on the streets and alleys of Chengdu, and the air is filled with the unique spicy aroma of Sichuan cuisine. Walking into a time-honored Sichuan restaurant, ordering a mapo tofu, and watching the tofu tumble in the red chili oil, it seems that you can hear the hustle and bustle of Chengdu. Mapo tofu, a Sichuan dish with strong regional characteristics, is not only the pride of Sichuan people, but also the love of countless food lovers.
Speaking of mapo tofu, I have to mention Chengdu's "XXX Sichuan Restaurant". This time-honored brand with a history of 100 years has attracted countless diners to taste its unique mapo tofu making process. In modern times, with the popularity of the Internet, some Internet celebrity stores such as "XXX Sichuan Restaurant" have also become popular places for young people to check in with their innovative mapo tofu practices. Whether traditional or innovative, these stores are inheriting and promoting the food culture of mapo tofu.
Cooking process in detail:
Ingredients: 1 piece of tender tofu, 100 grams of minced beef, 2 spoons of bean paste, appropriate amount of Sichuan pepper powder, appropriate amount of green onion, ginger and garlic, appropriate amount of salt, appropriate amount of light soy sauce, appropriate amount of water starch, appropriate amount of vegetable oil.
Steps:
- Cut the tofu into cubes, mince the green onion, ginger and garlic and set aside.
- Pour an appropriate amount of vegetable oil into the pot, heat it and add the green onion, ginger and garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.
- Add minced beef and stir-fry until it changes color, then pour in the bean paste and stir-fry the red oil.
- Add an appropriate amount of water, add the tofu cubes, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add salt, light soy sauce to taste, and sprinkle with peppercorns.
- Finally, thicken with water starch, and remove the juice from the pan.
Cooking Optimization Suggestions:
During the cooking process, the amount of bean paste and peppercorn powder can be adjusted according to personal taste to achieve the desired spicy effect. At the same time, in order to maintain the tender taste of the tofu, the simmering time should not be too long. In addition, pay attention to the heat when thickening to avoid the soup being too thick or too thin.
Summary of Nutrition & Highlights:
Mapo tofu not only tastes spicy and fragrant, but also has rich nutritional value. As a source of high-quality protein, tofu is rich in plant protein and a variety of minerals, which plays an important role in enhancing immunity and maintaining good health. Minced beef, on the other hand, is rich in iron and protein, which helps to replenish energy and improve anemia. In addition, the use of seasonings such as bean paste and pepper powder not only adds a unique flavor to the dish, but also has certain medicinal value, such as bean paste helps to promote digestion, and Sichuan pepper powder has the effect of dissipating cold in warmth.
As a representative Sichuan dish, mapo tofu is not only delicious, but also carries a rich regional culture and historical heritage. With simple cooking steps, we can easily make authentic mapo tofu at home and enjoy the delightful experience brought by this dish.
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