Eggplant With Spicy Meat

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A savory, spicy stir-fry featuring tender eggplant and rich ground meat in a glossy hoisin glaze
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This hearty Chinese-inspired dish combines tender, steamed eggplant with savory ground pork in a spicy, savory sauce. The eggplant absorbs the rich flavors of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and chili oil, creating a deeply satisfying texture that is both soft and substantial. The heat from the chili oil and garlic adds a kick that balances the sweetness of the hoisin. It’s a comforting weeknight dinner that comes together quickly, perfect for serving over steamed rice. The combination of soft vegetables and juicy meat makes this a crowd-pleaser for family meals or casual gatherings. Simple ingredients come together to create a complex, home-style flavor profile that feels indulgent yet easy to prepare.

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Eggplant With Spicy Meat

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 25.0

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This hearty Chinese-inspired dish combines tender, steamed eggplant with savory ground pork in a spicy, savory sauce. The eggplant absorbs the rich flavors of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, and chili oil, creating a deeply satisfying texture that is both soft and substantial. The heat from the chili oil and garlic adds a kick that balances the sweetness of the hoisin. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting weeknight dinner that comes together quickly, perfect for serving over steamed rice. The combination of soft vegetables and juicy meat makes this a crowd-pleaser for family meals or casual gatherings. Simple ingredients come together to create a complex, home-style flavor profile that feels indulgent yet easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim the blossom ends of the eggplants and cut them in half lengthwise.
  2. Slice each half into 1/2-inch-thick diagonal pieces.
  3. Steam the eggplant slices until tender, or deep-fry them in 1 inch of hot oil until golden brown.
  4. Drain the cooked eggplant well on paper towels and set aside.
  5. Drain all oil from the skillet, leaving just 1 tablespoon of chili oil if using fried method, or add fresh chili oil to a clean wok.
  6. Heat the chili oil over high heat for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add minced garlic and stir-fry for 10 seconds until aromatic.
  8. Add ground pork, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, chicken broth, and hoisin sauce.
  9. Stir-fry the mixture, breaking up the meat, until the pork is browned and cooked through.
  10. Add Chinese vinegar and the prepared eggplant slices to the wok.
  11. Toss gently to combine ingredients and heat the eggplant through.
  12. Taste the sauce and add more soy sauce if needed for seasoning.
  13. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry.
  14. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the pork and eggplant mixture.
  15. Cook and stir constantly until the sauce thickens and the ingredients glisten.
  16. Add minced green onions and stir-fry for 5 seconds.
  17. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 25.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 3.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 5.9g2%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g12%
Sugars 3.5g
Protein 1.0g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chinese, eggplant, spicy, stir fry, ground pork, hoisin sauce, chili oil, garlic, soy sauce, weeknight dinner, asian cuisine, meat and veggie, comfort food, rice side, quick meal, flavorful, homestyle, steamed eggplant, savory, umami
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