Eggplant w/ chopped pork

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½poundsGround pork
3tablespoonsDark soy
1tablespoonSugar
5Garlic cloves; diced
2mediumsEggplant, approx 1/2 lb each peeled; cut in 1\" cubes
Chilli paste, 1-2 tb
1tablespoonSesame oil
4Scallions; chopped
teaspoonSalt
1sliceGinger; diced
4Scallions; chopped
cupWater
5tablespoonsOil; for stir frying

Directions

PORK MIXTURE

CAN BE PLACED TOGETHER

CAN BE PLACED TOGETHER

OTHER INGREDIENTS

Comment: An excellent Szechwan dish with just the right spice! Preparation: - Heat Wok - Add oil and let heat - Add garlic & ginger; stir fry [30] Sec.

- Add chilli paste; stir fry [30] Sec.

- Add "pork mixture"; stir fry [2] Min.; break up clumps of meat Insure all meat is exposed to oil - Add eggplant; stir fry [4] Min.; gently scoop pieces of eggplant off sides of Wok and into middle - Sprinkle salt & sugar over ingredients; stir fry [2] Min.

- Pour in water and add scallions - When water boils; Cover and cook over High flame [10] Min. until eggplant has become soft and absorbed meat flavor - Serve!