Brinjal (Eggplant) In Soy Syrup Recipe

Name: Brinjal (Eggplant) In Soy Syrup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil; 1/4 cups Or Less, Dried Anchovies; 4 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 whole Oval Brinjal (Eggplant), Quartered Lengthwise And Sliced Into 2-inch Pieces; 6 Tablespoons Water, Divided; 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar; 1 Tablespoon Oyster Sauce; 1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce; 1 Tablespoon Kecap Manis; 1 dash Freshly Ground Black Pepper; 1 stalk Spring Onion, Chopped For Topping

Servings: persons

5 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
1/4 cups Or Less, Dried Anchovies
4 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 whole Oval Brinjal (Eggplant), Quartered Lengthwise And Sliced Into 2-inch Pieces
6 Tablespoons Water, Divided
1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar
1 Tablespoon Oyster Sauce
1 Tablespoon Soy Sauce
1 Tablespoon Kecap Manis
1 dash Freshly Ground Black Pepper
1 stalk Spring Onion, Chopped For Topping

1
Heat up oil on medium high heat. Fry anchovies until crisp and golden. Remove and set aside.
2
In the same oil, brown minced garlic. Be careful not to burn. Remove and set aside.
3
Place in brinjal (eggplant) pieces, flesh side down, and leave to sear for 1 minute. Add 4 tablespoons water and cover pan to allow brinjal to steam, usually about 2 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, mix together remaining 2 tablespoons water with the brown sugar, oyster sauce, soy sauce, kecap manis and pepper.
5
Once all the water from has evaporated and brinjal pieces are tender but not mushy, plate them. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and let it simmer for 1/2 - 1 minute until it thickens slightly. The sauce is meant to be on the saltier side as the brinjal is tasteless.
6
Drizzle over about 2 tablespoons sauce over the brinjal. Scatter on reserved anchovies, garlic and spring onions.
7
Enjoy!
8
Note: Extra sauce and topping can either be kept for future use (good over steamed chicken, vegetables or even just plain rice) or served alongside the dish in case someone wants extra. Someone always wants extra.

204

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil, 1/4 cups Or Less, Dried Anchovies, 4 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 whole Oval Brinjal (Eggplant), Quartered Lengthwise And Sliced Into 2-inch Pieces, and more.

Yes, Brinjal (Eggplant) In Soy Syrup falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Brinjal (Eggplant) In Soy Syrup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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