Fried Pork Sauce

This Fried Pork Sauce is a vibrant, international-style condiment that transforms simple ingredients into a complex flavor bomb. The dish features tender pork stir-fried with fragrant garlic, ginger, and chili paste, then simmered with salted soybeans for a deep, salty-savory kick. Eggplant adds a luxurious, meaty texture that absorbs the rich sauce beautifully. It is an excellent choice for topping rice noodles, drizzling over steamed vegetables, or using as a dipping sauce for dumplings. The balance of heat from the chili and the earthiness of the fermented soybeans makes this sauce incredibly versatile for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Cooking Method: Frying, Stewing, Stir Frying

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 1078.0

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Fried Pork Sauce is a vibrant, international-style condiment that transforms simple ingredients into a complex flavor bomb. The dish features tender pork stir-fried with fragrant garlic, ginger, and chili paste, then simmered with salted soybeans for a deep, salty-savory kick. Eggplant adds a luxurious, meaty texture that absorbs the rich sauce beautifully. It is an excellent choice for topping rice noodles, drizzling over steamed vegetables, or using as a dipping sauce for dumplings. The balance of heat from the chili and the earthiness of the fermented soybeans makes this sauce incredibly versatile for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

2 Tablespoons water
4 D1scard all but 1 tablespoon of the 011, and stir-fry the garhc and g1nger

Directions

1
Sprinkle the diced eggplant with salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
2
Drain the eggplant thoroughly and squeeze out any remaining liquid using paper towels.
3
Heat oil in a wok over high heat until very hot, then stir-fry the garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
4
Add the pork to the wok and continue to stir-fry for 2 minutes until cooked through.
5
Add the chili paste and salted soybeans, stirring continuously to combine with the pork.
6
Pour in the prepared sauce mixture and stir to coat all ingredients evenly.
7
Add the drained eggplant to the wok and stir-fry until everything is evenly coated with the sauce.
8
Cover the wok and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the eggplant is tender and heated through.
9
Turn off the heat, garnish with sliced spring onions and fresh coriander, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1078.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 76.5g118%
Saturated Fat 11.5g58%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 126.8mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 87.7g30%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g34%
Sugars 7.3g
Protein 12.1g25%

* 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: fried pork, sauce, stir fry, eggplant, chili paste, soybeans, garlic, ginger, umami, asian inspired, vegetarian option, meal prep, condiment, savory, spicy, wok, quick dinner

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