Eggplant is one of those comforting ingredients that instantly feels like home cooking.
Growing up, the smell of pan-fried eggplant from the kitchen always meant dinner was almost ready.
This stir-fried eggplant with minced pork is simple, cozy, and incredibly satisfying.
The eggplant becomes soft and flavorful as it absorbs the savory juices from the pork, creating a dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Sometimes, the simplest home-style dishes become the most memorable ones.
Stir-Fried Eggplant with Minced Pork
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Marinade
Sauce
Steps
預備食材
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Prep Eggplant
Wash and cut the eggplants into chunks. Soak in lightly salted water for 5 minutes to reduce browning.
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Prep minced pork
Marinate the minced pork with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil for 10 minutes.
Pan-fry eggplant and minced pork
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Heat oil in a pan and pan-fry the eggplant until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, sauté the garlic until fragrant, then add the minced pork and cook until no longer pink.
Add sauce ingredients & serve
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Return the eggplant to the pan and add the sauce ingredients.
Cover and cook for about 2 minutes so the eggplant absorbs the sauce well.
Cooking Tips 烹飪技巧
- Eggplant absorbs oil easily, so cook over medium heat to reduce oil usage.
- Add a little chili bean paste for a richer flavor.
- Best served with steamed rice.
