MINCED CHICKEN AND EGGPLANT

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Looking for something to do with summer eggplant? I created this recipe to try and make a more healthful (lower fat, less sugar) recipe than the famous PF Chang chicken and eggplant. Kids and adults like it. This recipe easily serves four--with seconds...

Provided by Joanne in Raleigh

Categories     Poultry

Time 35m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup gluten-free tamari, see notes
1 teaspoon gingerroot, grated
2 teaspoons agave nectar
1 tablespoon yellow miso (gluten free brand)
1/2 tablespoon mirin (omit for gluten free)
2 teaspoons brown rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried chili
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 minced garlic cloves
1 lb chicken breast, minced, see notes
2 medium eggplants (approx. 2 lbs.)
4 ounces whole green onions, cut into one inch lengths
1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup beef broth or 1/4 cup chicken broth
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare eggplant. Cut into large cubes, salt over colander to remove bitterness (at least 15 minutes).Put into top half of steamer, steam until tender and translucent, about fifteen minutes.
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  • Make sauce. Add all listed ingredients and mix with fork until corn starch dissolved. Set aside.
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  • Heat coconut oil in large saucepan. Saute half the garlic in coconut oil. Add minced chicken, cooking until light brown. Salt and pepper to taste. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
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  • Add olive oil to pan. Saute remaining two cloves garlic. 
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  • Add steamed eggplant, stirring briskly to avoid sticking. Add beef or chicken broth to pan. Add green onions, and add back cooked minced chicken.
. Pour prepared sauce over mixture, cook about two minutes until sauce thickens and eggplant begins to fall apart. Serve over steamed rice.
  • Ingredient Notes:.
  • Tamari Ginger Sauce:.
  • I use Whole Foods Ginger Tamari sauce as a shortcut for first three ingredients. It is in the refrigerator case of produce section.
  • Minced Chicken:.
  • I use my Vitamix to mince chicken by covering breasts with water, then using Variable speed 4 for about 30 seconds to mince, and drain water. Don't use packaged ground chicken, the right consistency of the chicken is the essence of the dish. If you don't have a strong blender, then ask the people at the meat counter to mince.
  • Coconut Oil:.
  • Coconut oil is available at most markets and health food stores. This is one of the keys to getting the right taste. Don't confuse with the more widely used coconut milk.

Rezaul islam sami
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be perfect for someone who likes spicy food.


Makoena Nyapholi
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Salman Koko
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I make it all the time. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Duduzile Buthelezi
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I made this dish with ground turkey instead of chicken and it was still very good. I also added some chopped spinach to the sauce.


Jahangir Alam
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This recipe was easy to follow, but the dish didn't turn out as expected. The eggplant was mushy and the chicken was dry.


Collins Uwakwe
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. It was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Laila Wilson
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it needed more spices or herbs. The eggplant was also a bit too oily.


SUBRATA CHANDRA BORMON
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The eggplant was tender and the chicken was moist and flavorful. The sauce was also very good.


VENOM OP
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. The eggplant and chicken were both cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Lincoln Frazier
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I've never been a fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind. The eggplant was cooked so well that it was soft and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and juicy. I really enjoyed this dish.


Angelina Mwansa
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.