Pork and eggplant in hot garlic sauce is a mouthwatering dish that combines the savory flavors of pork and eggplant with the heat of garlic and spicy sauce. This dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds, whether you enjoy spicy food or prefer a milder version. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can have this delicious dish ready in no time. So gather your ingredients, prepare your cooking utensils, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.
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EGGPLANT WITH GARLIC SAUCE
A mildly spicy (or very spicy if you like) eggplant dish. My mother has been making this for me since I was a child. It is SO GOOD!!
Provided by Whats that Burning smell?
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the canola oil in a skillet over high heat. Cook and stir the eggplant until soft, about 4 minutes. Stir in the water, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder. Cover and simmer until all the water is absorbed. Meanwhile, mix sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce, and oyster sauce in a bowl until sugar and cornstarch have dissolved. Stir sauce into the eggplant, making sure to evenly coat the eggplant. Cook until the sauce has thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 13.2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 223.6 mg, Sugar 13.2 g
PORK AND EGGPLANT IN HOT GARLIC SAUCE
Asian stir-fry. This is based on one of my favorite dishes at my favorite Chinese restaurant. Feel free to adjust seasonings to your personal preference. We like ours spicy and usually use more of the ginger, garlic and chiles.
Provided by Sheynath
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Peel eggplant and slice into pieces approximately 1x2 inches and 1/4 inch thick. If using Asian eggplants, peel and slice into 1/4 slices.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick wok or large skillet. Stir-fry eggplant strips until soft, drain, leaving oil in pan. Set eggplant aside.
- Toss garlic and ginger in the hot oil. As soon as it turns fragrant add the pork and toss until just cooked through.
- Add eggplant back to pan, stir to combine pork and eggplant.
- Add remaining ingredients (except garnishes) and stir. Turn off heat and let mixture sit for a couple of minutes to blend flavors.
- Plate the eggplant and sprinkle with garnishes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.2, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 66.9, Sodium 401.5, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 9.7, Sugar 8.9, Protein 28.2
HOT GARLIC EGGPLANT
This recipe is from a March 1982 issue of Bon Appetit. It comes from the "Cooking Class" section and is from Hugh Carpenter who runs the Montano Mercantile in Santa Monica, California.For a variation, he suggests using shrimp instead of the pork. Add to wok just before serving and stir-fry about 1 to 2 minutes.
Provided by Leslie in Texas
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix pork and 2 teaspoons soy sauce in small bowl and set aside.
- Quarter each unpeeled oriental eggplant lengthwise.
- Place strips together and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces.
- (If using large globe eggplants, peel and cut into 1/2-inch squares.).
- Transfer to medium bowl;blend in onion.
- Combine 1/4 cup sherry with oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil and sugar in small bowl; set sauce aside.
- Heat wok until very hot.
- Pour in peanut oil;add garlic, chili paste and ginger and cook several seconds; do not allow garlic and ginger to brown.
- Add pork mixture and stir-fry, pressing pork against sides of wok until meat loses raw color.
- Add eggplant mixture; stir in sauce, adding more sherry if necessary, so liquid covers about half of stir-fry mixture.
- Cover and cook over high heat until eggplant softens and is no longer raw tasting, about 3 minutes for oriental eggplant or 5 minutes for large globe eggplant.
- If wok becomes dry during cooking, add small amount of sherry or chicken stock.
- Continue cooking,uncovered, until most of sauce evaporates.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Turn into serving dish and serve immediately.
EGGPLANT WITH GARLIC SAUCE
Provided by Paula Disbrowe
Categories side dish
Time 30m
Yield Serves 3 to 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the eggplant in a large bowl. Sprinkle all over with salt and toss. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar and cornstarch until the cornstarch dissolves. Stir in 3/4 cup water, the garlic and the soybean and chili pastes.
- In a large wok or sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over high heat. When the oil just starts to smoke, add the pork, season with salt and cook, stirring, until no longer pink, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pork to a plate.
- Dab eggplant dry with paper towels. In the wok, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium high until it just starts to smoke. Add the eggplant, and sauté until lightly browned and tender, about 5 minutes. Add the soy-sauce mixture. Cook, stirring, for about 1 minute. Once the sauce thickens, add the pork and 3/4 cup water. Bring to a boil, and then reduce to a lively simmer until the sauce thickens and the eggplant is tender, about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season to taste with salt. If you choose, serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 225, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 438 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
Tips:
- For a crispier eggplant, slice it thinly and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 30 minutes, then rinse and pat dry before cooking.
- To make the garlic sauce, use fresh garlic cloves for the best flavor. If you don't have any on hand, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
- If you like your food spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the garlic sauce.
- Serve the pork and eggplant with rice or noodles. You can also add a side of steamed vegetables.
Conclusion:
This pork and eggplant in hot garlic sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork is tender and juicy, the eggplant is soft and flavorful, and the garlic sauce is rich and savory. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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