Baked Eggplant with Minced Pork

Baked Eggplant with Minced Pork is a savory and satisfying dish that combines tender eggplant with flavorful minced pork, seasoned with aromatic spices and baked to perfection. This high-protein dish is not only delicious but also a healthy choice for a light meal.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium (about 250g)
• Minced pork - 200g
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Slice the eggplant in half lengthwise and score the flesh in a crisscross pattern. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
3. Rinse the eggplant halves under cold water to remove excess salt, then pat dry with a paper towel.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the minced pork, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and half of the chopped green onions. Mix well to combine.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the pork mixture and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with black pepper to taste.
6. Place the eggplant halves cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with sesame oil and fill each half with the cooked minced pork mixture.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender and slightly caramelized.
8. Garnish with remaining chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 330
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 720 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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