Szechuan Style Braised Eggplant

Szechuan Style Braised Eggplant is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a combination of tender eggplant, spicy Szechuan sauce, and savory pork. It is a popular Chinese dish that is loved by many.

To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

- 2 large eggplants, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Szechuan peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons chili bean paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced

To start, heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Szechuan peppercorns and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
Next, add the chili bean paste, soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is fragrant.
Add the eggplant to the skillet and stir to coat it in the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour the cornstarch mixture over the eggplant and stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with rice.
Szechuan Style Braised Eggplant is a spicy and savory dish that is perfect for any occasion. The eggplant is tender and flavorful, while the Szechuan sauce adds a spicy kick. The pork adds a savory depth of flavor that complements the eggplant perfectly. This dish is perfect for anyone who loves spicy and flavorful Chinese cuisine.
Type of dish: Chinese Eggplant
Main ingredients: Eggplant, Pork, Szechuan Sauce