Chinese
Chinese - Shandong Lu Cuisine
Braised Aubergine Lu
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 500g long purple aubergine
- • 150g minced pork
- • 4 spring onions, finely chopped
- • 4 slices ginger
- • 2 tbsp light soy sauce
- • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
- • 1 tbsp sugar
- • 200ml chicken stock
- • 2 tbsp peanut oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Cut the aubergine into thick batons, keeping the skin on.
2
Phase 2
Fry the aubergine in peanut oil until golden and softened, then set aside.
3
Phase 3
In the same pan, brown the minced pork with spring onions and ginger.
4
Phase 4
Return the aubergine, add both soy sauces, sugar, and stock; bring to a boil.
5
Phase 5
Cover and simmer for 8 minutes until the aubergine is meltingly tender.
6
Phase 6
Uncover and reduce the sauce until it clings to the aubergine, then serve.