Couchsurfing, cooking with guests, episode 4: Chinese food

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake while tamari is gluten-free.

chili paste

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha offers a similar flavor with less heat, while red pepper flakes are often more affordable.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option, while canola oil is less expensive.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note, while white vinegar is a budget-friendly alternative.

Prepare the ingredients: eggplant, garlic, ginger, and minced pork.

Cook the minced pork in a skillet until browned.

Add eggplant to the skillet and cook until tender.

Incorporate garlic and ginger into the skillet and stir until fragrant.

Pour in the special sauce and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

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