Eggplant with Ground Pork
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Eggplant with Ground Pork

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Eggplant with Ground Pork

About This Recipe

This savory Minced Meat Eggplant Stir-Fry is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender steamed eggplant with rich, spicy minced meat for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The eggplant is steamed until soft, then paired with a fragrant stir-fried sauce made with minced meat, ginger, garlic, dried chili peppers, and nutty sesame seeds. A splash of cooking wine removes any gaminess, while bean paste and soy sauce create a deeply savory, umami-packed glaze. For extra heat, a touch of chili powder enhances the spice level, but it’s easily adjustable for milder tastes. Finished with fresh scallions for a pop of color and aroma, this dish is irresistibly delicious and pairs wonderfully with steamed rice. Whether you love bold, spicy flavors or prefer a milder version, this easy-to-make stir-fry is sure to become a favorite!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • eggplant 300g
  • minced meat 200g
The aromatics
  • ginger 10g (1 small piece)
  • garlic 5g (2 cloves)
The sauce & seasonings
  • dried chili peppers 5g (2-3 pieces)
  • sesame seeds 1 tbsp
  • bean paste 2 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Steam the eggplant for about 10 minutes until it is cooked, then cut it into segments and set aside.
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Step 2
Step 2
Heat oil in a pan, add minced meat and a small amount of cooking wine to remove the fishy smell. Cook over low heat until it is slightly charred and fragrant, then add ginger, garlic, dried chili peppers, and sesame seeds and stir-fry until fragrant. Finally, add bean paste and soy sauce and stir-fry until the sauce is formed.
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Step 3
Step 3
The stir-fried sauce can be added with chili powder to enhance the spiciness and color, but it can be omitted for those who do not like spicy food.
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Step 4
Step 4
Before serving, sprinkle some chopped scallions to add fragrance and decoration. The savory and fragrant minced meat pairs perfectly with the soft and spicy eggplant, making it a great side dish to go with rice.

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