Ingredients for Asian Stuffed Eggplant With Hawaiian Style Pork Or Turkey Hash
- Ground Pork
- Eggs
- Green Onions
- Water Chestnuts
- Garlic Cloves
- Ginger Powder
- Pepper
- Sesame Oil
- Oyster Sauce
- Sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce + 2 tablespoons (for sauce, optional)
- Japanese Eggplants
- Wonton Wrappers
How to Make Asian Stuffed Eggplant With Hawaiian Style Pork Or Turkey Hash
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the pork or turkey hash: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork or turkey, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
- Prepare the eggplant: Cut 2 large eggplants lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Dice the scooped eggplant flesh and set aside.
- Sauté the diced eggplant flesh in 1 tablespoon of oil until softened. Add to the pork/turkey mixture.
- Spoon the pork/turkey mixture into the eggplant halves.
- Place the stuffed eggplants in a baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender and the filling is cooked through.
- While the eggplant is baking, prepare your chosen sauce: (Option 1: Mix 2 tablespoons Coleman's dry mustard with 2 tablespoons soy sauce; Option 2: Use your favorite store-bought black bean sauce; Option 3: Use a thick teriyaki sauce).
- Once the eggplant is cooked, drizzle generously with your chosen sauce and serve immediately.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
42 g
Sugar
90g
Fat
51g
Carbs
19g