Masala Pork Chops - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 cloves garlic, chopped
3/4 inch fresh ginger, peeled, chopped
1 None red chili, chopped
2 tsp garam masala
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp coriander seeds
1 tsp cumin seeds
3 tbsp vegetable oil
4 None pork chops
2 None large onions, finely sliced
4 None Japanese eggplant, sliced into rounds
1 tbsp tomato paste
4 None green onions, sliced
None None cooked udon noodles, to serve
None None pickled vegetables, to serve

Preparation

In a food processor, combine garlic, ginger, chili and spices. With motor running, gradually add 2 tbsp oil and process until smooth. Coat pork in spice mix, cover and chill for 1 hour to marinate.
Heat remaining oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat. Cook pork chops for 3-4 mins each side, until browned. Set aside. Add onions and eggplant. Cook for 4-5 mins, until softened. Add tomato paste and cook for 1 min. Return pork to pan along with 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20 mins, until pork is tender.
Sprinkle with green onions. Serve with noodles and pickled vegetables.