Aubergine In Spicy Sauce Recipe

Name: Aubergine In Spicy Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 med aubergines (aubergines); 3 Tbsp. groundnut/peanut oil; 8 ounce grnd (chopped) pork; 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh ginger; 6 lrg garlic cloves chopped; 2 x scallions (spring onions) minced; 1 tsp warm chili bean paste (available at Chinese stores); 1/2 c. Family Chicken Broth (see recipe); 3 Tbsp. light soy sauce Good healthy pinch of freshly-grnd white pepper; 1 tsp sugar; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch mixed with a little cool water

Servings: persons

4 med aubergines (aubergines)
3 Tbsp. groundnut/peanut oil
8 ounce grnd (chopped) pork
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh ginger
6 lrg garlic cloves chopped
2 x scallions (spring onions) minced
1 tsp warm chili bean paste (available at Chinese stores)
1/2 c. Family Chicken Broth (see recipe)
3 Tbsp. light soy sauce Good healthy pinch of freshly-grnd white pepper
1 tsp sugar
1 Tbsp. cornstarch mixed with a little cool water

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["Slice the aubergines in half crosswise and then into thick finger-length pcs.", "Bring a pot of water to a boil.", "Add in the aubergine and quickly bring back to a boil.", "Drain immediately and refresh in cool water.", "Take care the aubergine is not mushy.", "Place on a plate till ready for use.", "Heat the groundnut oil in a preheated wok and bring to smoking point.", "Stir-fry the grnd pork till the color changes.", "Add in the ginger, garlic and the scallions and stir-fry till fragrant.", "Add in the warm chili bean sauce and mix through.", "Add in the aubergine and toss quickly over high heat.", "Add in the seasonings, stirring constantly, till the sauce thickens and coats the pcs.", "Serve warm, with steamed rice.", "This recipe yields 8 servings.", "Comments: The aubergine (aborigine) is called k'un-lun tzu kua by the Chinese, meaning ""Malayan purple melon.""

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 med aubergines (aubergines), 3 Tbsp. groundnut/peanut oil, 8 ounce grnd (chopped) pork, 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Aubergine In Spicy Sauce Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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