This recipe combines the best of chili mac and mapo tofu, creating a unique one-pot meal that features spicy, funky, cheesy flavors for ultimate comfort.
The must-have ingredients include ground Sichuan peppercorns for floral spice and doubanjiang for that fermented chili heat, which together elevate the dish immensely.
Melted cheddar not only enhances the creaminess of the dish but works harmoniously with the tingly heat from the Sichuan peppercorns and intense flavors of doubanjiang.
To achieve the proper spice levels in the recipe, seek out darker, aged doubanjiang, adjusting the quantity as necessary for the desired heat.
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