Absolutely! This Minced Pork and Eggplant recipe is savory, comforting, and loaded with umami flavor. It’s a classic stir-fry style dish that’s popular in many Asian cuisines — especially Chinese and Thai — and it pairs perfectly with steamed rice or noodles.
Juicy, Flavor-Packed, and Ready in Under 30 Minutes
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant (or 2 medium), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- ½ lb (250g) ground pork
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp chili flakes or 1 sliced chili (optional for heat)
- ¼ cup water or chicken broth
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (for thickening)
- Chopped green onions or basil for garnish
- Steamed rice, for serving