Chinese Mabo Tofu

Directions

1. 1
   Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl; set aside.
2. 2
   Brown ground pork in a small skillet over medium-high heat, about 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain fat.
4. 4
   Heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok.
5. 5
   Cook the garlic and ginger root in the oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
6. 6
   Stir in tofu and cook for 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Season with the soy sauce, hot bean sauce, and sugar; stir to combine.
8. 8
   Stir in the cooked pork and green onion.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with the cornstarch and water mixture; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Stir the sesame oil into the thickened mabo tofu.