If you’ve been intimidated by making mapo tofu at home, Costco just made your life a whole lot easier. The Wang Korea Mapo Tofu Sauce is now available, and it’s a game-changer for anyone who loves this spicy, savory Sichuan classic.
This sauce kit comes with everything you need to create authentic mapo tofu in your own kitchen. You get six pre-mixed sauce packets that deliver that signature numbing spice and deep umami flavor that makes mapo tofu so addictive. Just add tofu & veggies, and you’re basically done.
The flavor profile is impressively authentic—you get that characteristic málà (numbing-spicy) sensation from Sichuan peppercorns along with the rich, savory notes from fermented bean paste. It’s not dumbed down for Western palates, so expect genuine heat. The only downside? You’ll still need to buy tofu separately, and if you’re not a fan of spicy food, this might be too intense for you.
Key Features:
- Item #: 1902717
- Current Price: $10.99
- Six (6) sauce packets included in the package for several meals
- Authentic Sichuan flavor with numbing Sichuan peppercorns
- Ready in minutes—just add tofu and follow simple instructions
- Great value compared to ordering takeout mapo tofu
- Can be customized with ground pork or additional vegetables
Bottom Line: This is a solid buy for anyone who loves Chinese food and wants restaurant-quality mapo tofu without the restaurant prices. The authentic spice level and convenience factor make it worth grabbing on your next Costco run, especially if you keep silken tofu stocked in your fridge.