Addictively Spicy MaPo Tofu

Step 1

Add diced onions to a large sauté pan with 2 TB oil and saute on medium heat until onions start to brown.

Step 2

Add mushrooms, Doubanjiang (spicy fermented bean paste) and stir until well combined.

Step 3

Add chili oil, ginger, soy sauce, garlic, 5-spice, sugar, and mirin. Stir.

Step 4

Cut tofu into bite-sized cubes and lay on top of the ingredients in saute pan. Add 1 1/2 cup hot water and gently stir.

Step 5

Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes or until tofu is tender.

Step 6

Garnish with green onions and serve over jasmine rice.