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Mapo Eggplant
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized eggplants, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 lb minced pork
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp doubanjiang (broad bean paste)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp Sichuan peppercorns, toasted and ground
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Cooked white rice, for serving
Instructions
- In a wok or large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the minced pork and stir-fry until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spatula.
- Add the garlic, ginger, and green onions, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the doubanjiang and soy sauce, then add the eggplant cubes and sugar. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, cover the wok, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the eggplant is tender.
- Uncover the wok and stir in the cornstarch mixture. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the ground Sichuan peppercorns and sesame oil.
- Serve the Mapo Eggplant hot over cooked white rice. Enjoy!
Mapo Eggplant, also known as "Mapo Nasu," is a popular Sichuan dish that combines the signature flavors of Mapo Tofu with tender, melt-in-your-mouth eggplant. This dish originated in the Sichuan province of China, where it was created by innovative chefs seeking to elevate the traditional Mapo Tofu by incorporating the rich, creamy texture of eggplant. The dish gained popularity for its bold, spicy flavors and the unique combination of numbing Sichuan peppercorns with the savory, umami-rich sauce. Today, the best versions of Mapo Eggplant can be found in authentic Sichuan restaurants, where chefs skillfully balance the heat of the chili peppers with the earthy sweetness of the eggplant. To make this dish at home, it's crucial to get the sauce just right, with the perfect balance of spicy, savory, and numbing flavors. Some alternative methods for making Mapo Eggplant include adding minced pork for extra richness or using fermented black beans for a deeper, more complex flavor profile.
35 min
4
320 calories
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