Ma Po Eggplant in Garlic Sauce

Ma Po Eggplant in Garlic Sauce

andrewzimmern.com

Experience the bold flavors of Ma Po Eggplant in Garlic Sauce by Andrew Zimmern—perfect for home cooks, packed with savory sauce and tender eggplants. A versatile dish for any Asian-inspired meal.

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Cooking tools:

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Wok
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Serving platter
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Spoon
  • Brush
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground pork, preferably from the shoulder
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek or other Asian chile sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • Six 8-ounce Asian eggplants, halved lengthwise
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil, plus more for brushing
  • Kosher salt
  • 2/3 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
  • 1/4 cup dry sake
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon chile-bean sauce, such as Lee Kum Kee Toban Djan
  • 3 scallions, minced, plus thinly sliced scallions, for garnish
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
  • Steamed rice, for serving

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