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Savory Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

Savory Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce – A Quick Delight

Savory Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce is a vibrant, quick dish that combines tender eggplant with a rich garlic sauce, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant

  • 1 pound Chinese Eggplants Regular eggplants can be substituted if desired.

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Swap for sesame oil to enhance flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for tamari for a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce or Hoisin Sauce Use oyster sauce for traditional flavor or hoisin for a vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil

For Thickening

  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mixed with 2 tablespoons of water.

For Garnish

  • 1-2 Green Onions Chopped.

Instructions
 

How to Make Savory Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

  • Salt the Eggplant: Start by placing the cut eggplant in a colander. Sprinkle generously with salt and let it rest for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture and bitterness. Rinse and pat dry afterward.
  • Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, oyster or hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and the cornstarch water mixture. Stir well and set aside for later use.
  • Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, ready to create a wonderful stir-fry.
  • Cook Eggplant: Add the eggplant pieces to the skillet, stir-frying them for about 5-7 minutes until they become tender and lightly browned. If they start to stick, you can add a splash of water.
  • Steam Eggplant: Pour in 1/4 cup of water, cover the skillet, and steam for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the eggplant is fully cooked and soft.
  • Combine Sauce and Eggplant: Pour the prepared garlic sauce over the eggplant, gently stirring to coat everything evenly in that rich flavor.
  • Thicken Sauce: Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and take on a glossy finish that clings beautifully to the eggplant.
  • Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and garnish your dish with the chopped green onions, adding an inviting pop of color.
  • Serve: Enjoy your savory dish hot over steamed rice or as part of an Asian culinary spread!

Notes

Optional: For added crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Dinner, eggplant, Quick Recipe, Savory Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce, Side Dish, Vegan
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