Easy Aubergine and Zucchini Namul

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   Cut the aubergine and courgette lengthwise in half.

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   Then slice diagonally into 3-4-mm thicknesses.

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   Sprinkle lightly with salt and cover with cling film.

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   Microwave for 4 minutes.

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   If the vegetables are still too hard, leave to stand with the cling film on to cook through with the residual heat.

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   Once they are cooked just right, spread over the colander to cool down.

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   After they are cooled, squeeze out the excess moisture.

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   Toss with sesame oil.

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   Season with garlic, salt, pepper and umami seasoning (optional).

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    Stir in the toasted sesame seeds.

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    Check the taste after microwaving since some of the salt might have steamed off.

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    Add more salt if necessary.

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    Keep the garlic flavoured sesame oil in your fridge and you can make namul easily.

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    Just mix 1 tablespoon of the oil with pepper.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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