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Kho Mu Yang with Eggplant Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb pork belly, sliced into 1/4 inch pieces
- 1 large eggplant, sliced into 1/4 inch pieces
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 red chili pepper, thinly sliced

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, fish sauce, garlic, and black pepper.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add pork belly and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Add eggplant and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork and eggplant, and add water.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Garnish with scallions and chili pepper.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Protein: 20g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork belly can be substituted with chicken thighs or beef sirloin.
- Eggplant can be substituted with zucchini or bell peppers.
- Soy sauce can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Oyster sauce can be substituted with hoisin sauce or soy sauce.

Variations:
- Add sliced onions or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Use tofu instead of pork for a vegetarian option.
- Add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the sauce mixture to make it thicker.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the pork and eggplant evenly for even cooking.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet, cook in batches if necessary.
- Adjust the amount of chili pepper to your desired level of spiciness.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a bed of steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or basil.

Garnishes:
- Scallions
- Red chili pepper
- Cilantro
- Basil

Pairings:
- Steamed rice
- Noodles
- Stir-fried vegetables

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed broccoli
- Stir-fried green beans
- Cucumber salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thin, add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with water to thicken it.
- If the pork is tough, cook it for a longer period of time until it is tender.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pork to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Kho Mu Yang is a traditional Thai dish that is typically made with pork belly and a flavorful sauce.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory
- Salty
- Sweet
- Umami
- Spicy

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot with steamed rice and garnish with scallions and chili pepper.

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Region: Thai

Taste: Savory, Spicy, Sweet, Tangy, Umami