Chinese meal

Spicy aubergines 

1 aubergine, cubed

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 inch. ginger, finely chopped

2 spring onions, finely chopped

1 tsp chili bean sauce

1 Tbsp soy sauce

1/2 cup water

1 tsp sugar

Heat a wok to a moderate heat. Add the oil, then add the aubergine, garlic, ginger and spring onions and 

stir-fry for 1 minute, until they are thoroughly mixed together. Now add the rest of 

the ingredients. 

Turn the heat down and cook, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes, until the 

aubergine is tender, stirring occasionally. Return the heat to high and continue 

to stir until the liquid has been reduced and has thickened slightly.

Serve with rice.

Chicken in black bean sauce

200g chicken thighs

1 green pepper, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 inch ginger, finely chopped

2 spring onions, finely chopped

1 Tbsp black beans, chopped

1 tsp sugar

1 Tbsp soy sauce

2 Tbsp rice wine or water

When the oil is hot,  add the chopped black beans, spring onion, ginger and garlic. Stir-fry for a few seconds until aromatic. Add the chicken thighs. Stir-fry for 4 -5 minutes, until the chicken changes color and is nearly cooked through. Add peppers, the rest of the ingredients and a Tbsp of water and cook another 5 minutes.

Serve with rice.