Vegan Mapo Tofu & Pineapple Plum Slush

Vegan mapo tofu: spicy, numbing, umami from shiitake, red oil from bean paste. Pineapple plum ice: sweet, sour, salty from preserved plums. One savory and bold, one cooling and tangy. Both plant‑based. Two ways to balance flavor.

60 minsSession Duration
beginnerLevel
$45Private Session
$15Group Class
Recipe main
Tong Wu
4.0|4 Reviews

Tong Wu

Verified Host
China
10 years experience
Chinese
English

I believe that cooking is the most natural way to share culture. Through simple, everyday Chinese dishes and real-life Mandarin, I help people connect with China. I have been cooking honest, home-style Chinese food for ten years— no fancy techniques, no hard‑to‑find ingredients. Just warmth, care, and the flavors of a real family kitchen. I am also a native Mandarin speaker and an experienced language instructor. In my sessions, we don't just cook. While the pot simmers, you'll pick up useful Chinese words and phrases — the kind people actually say at the table. I'll also share the little stories behind each dish: why we eat it, when we eat it, and what it means to us. Whether you're new to Chinese cooking or already love it, you're welcome at my table. Let's cook, learn, and discover China together. Join me for a cultural experience where language meets flavor.

Ingredients

Soft or medium-firm tofu
Dried shiitake mushrooms (4 to 5 pieces)
Sichuan fermented cilli-bean paste
Ginger
Garlic
Red Sichuan peppercorn
Light soy sauce
Sugar
Cornstarch
Scallion
Fresh pineapple (peeled and cubed)
Preserved plums (salted plums / Chinese huamei)
Lime
Pineapple slices or mint (for garnish)

Tips & Swaps

No tips available.

Preparation

Soak the dried shiitake mushrooms with warm water for half an hour

Nutrition Facts

Calories710.3 kcal
Protein38.4 g
Fat22 g
Carbohydrates100.4 g
Sugar55.3 g
Fiber7.8 g
Sodium1736.9 mg

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