Mapo tofu

Method

1. 1 Sauté the minced pork until it's cooked through and the fat renders out.
2. 2 Add Sichuan-style bean paste, chili powder, and minced garlic to the pan and stir-fry until the oil turns red.
3. 3 Pour in the broth, then add the diced soft tofu to the pot.
4. 4 Simmer gently for 6 minutes, avoiding vigorous stirring to prevent the beans from breaking apart, then mix in cornstarch to thicken.
5. 5 Sprinkle with crushed Sichuan peppercorns and chopped scallions, and serve with hot rice.