Ma Po Eggplant with Fermented Black Beans
Ma Po Eggplant with Fermented Black Beans is a delicious and healthy Chinese dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is made with eggplant, fermented black beans, and ground pork, and is packed with flavor and nutrition. If you're looking for a tasty and easy-to-make dish that will impress your guests, then this is the recipe for you!
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 2 large eggplants, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 2 tbsp fermented black beans, rinsed and mashed
- 2 tbsp chili bean paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Cooking tips:
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the eggplant from sticking to the bottom.
- Make sure to rinse the fermented black beans thoroughly to remove any excess salt.
- Use a high-quality chili bean paste for the best flavor.
Instructions:
1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula.
2. Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
3. Add the eggplant to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, until it starts to soften.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the mashed fermented black beans, chili bean paste, soy sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and chicken broth.
5. Pour the sauce over the eggplant and pork mixture and stir to combine.
6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and the eggplant is fully cooked.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice.
Appearance and taste:
Ma Po Eggplant with Fermented Black Beans is a savory and spicy dish that is sure to please your taste buds. The eggplant is soft and tender, while the ground pork adds a meaty texture and flavor. The fermented black beans and chili bean paste give the dish a rich and complex flavor, with just the right amount of heat. The sauce is thick and glossy, coating the eggplant and pork in a deliciously savory glaze. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dinner to a fancy dinner party.
Type of dish: Chinese Eggplant Dish
Main ingredients: Eggplant, Fermented Black Beans, Ground Pork
