The eggplant becomes soft around a tender pork filling, so small cooled pieces can be shared if the child accepts pork. Check whether a related version adds shrimp or oyster sauce.
Recipes vary. Ask the restaurant about ingredients and serving before you order.
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How does it taste?
Savoury pork and mild eggplant, with soy-based sauce in some versions.
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- Texture
- Soft eggplant surrounding a tender filling.
A CONNECTION TO PLACE
Origin & regional roots
Guangdong
Associated with Guangdong.
About this regional connection
Guangdong: Guangdong/Hakka association, not an exclusive origin claim.
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