Mapo Tofu

配料

3 tbsp neutral oil

1/2 lbs ground beef/pork

1 inch knob ginger (minced)

4 cloves garlic (minced)

2 scallions (white portion sliced; save green portion for garnish)

2 tbsp doubanjiang

2 tsp Sichuan Chili flakes

1-2 tsp Sichuan peppercorn powder

2 tbsp shoaxing wine

1 tsp soy sauce

Salt to taste

1/4 tsp msg

2 tsp sugar

1/2 tsp white pepper

1 cup chicken/beef stock

1 lbs soft/silken tofu

2 tsp cornstarch+3 tbsp water

1 tsp sesame oil