Mala Tang
Chinese Chinese - Sichuan and Regional

Mala Tang

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 1.5L chicken stock
  • • 2 tbsp doubanjiang
  • • 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • • 8 dried chilies
  • • 2 tbsp fermented black beans, mashed
  • • 100g lotus root, sliced
  • • 150g napa cabbage, chopped
  • • 200g firm tofu, cubed
  • • 150g cooked vermicelli

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Simmer the stock with the doubanjiang, black beans, peppercorns, and chilies for 20 minutes.

2
Phase 2

Strain the broth and return it to the pot.

3
Phase 3

Simmer the lotus root and cabbage in the broth until tender.

4
Phase 4

Add the tofu and vermicelli and heat through.

5
Phase 5

Serve the mala tang in deep bowls with extra peppercorn oil to taste.