Eggplant With Garlic Sauce(Szechuan Style) Recipe

Name: Eggplant With Garlic Sauce(Szechuan Style)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. eggplant; 1 c. salad oil; 1/4 lb. ground pork or poultry; 2 tsp. minced ginger; 2 tsp. minced garlic; 3 Tbsp. soy sauce; 2 tsp. sugar; 2 tsp. vinegar; 1 tsp. cornstarch; 1 tsp. minced chili pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

1
In a small bowl, mix together the ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, cornstarch and chili pepper.
2
Set aside.
3
Heat oil in frying pan until hot.
4
Add eggplant and fry until soft.
5
Set aside and pat with paper towel to remove excess oil.
6
Pour out all but 1 teaspoon oil and fry meat until cooked.
7
Set meat aside and drain excess oil.
8
Heat ginger/garlic mixture in pan until near boiling.
9
Add eggplant and meat.
10
Mix together and cook 1 minute. Makes 6 servings.

660

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. eggplant, 1 c. salad oil, 1/4 lb. ground pork or poultry, 2 tsp. minced ginger, and more.

Yes, Eggplant With Garlic Sauce(Szechuan Style) falls under the Vegetarian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Eggplant With Garlic Sauce(Szechuan Style)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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