Eggplant, Okra, and Kabocha Squash in Nanban Sauce

Name: Eggplant, Okra, and Kabocha Squash in Nanban Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small Eggplants; 1 as much (to taste) Okra; 1 as much (to taste) Kabocha squash; 5 tbsp Vinegar; 4 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Sugar; 1 pinch Salt; 1 large Myoga ginger (finely chopped); 1 tbsp Ginger (grated); 3 Green peppers (julienned); 1/2 Carrot (julienned)

Servings: persons

1
Chop off the stem end of the eggplants, slice lengthwise in half, cover in plastic wrap, then microwave for 2 minutes.
2
Set aside without removing the plastic wrap.
3
Slice the kabocha into thin wedges, and chop off the stem end of the okra.
4
Put the oil in a frying pan, and fry the kabocha and okra.
5
(The okra should not be fried too long to maintain a crisp texture.)
6
While frying the kabocha and okra, combine the ingredients, then mix in the finely chopped myoga and grated ginger for the sauce.
7
Once the kabocha and okra are done frying, add the sauce to the frying pan.
8
Add the julienned green peppers and carrots.
9
Remove the plastic wrap from the eggplants, arrange them on a dish, then top with the vegetables in nanban sauce, and serve!

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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: 2 small Eggplants, 1 as much (to taste) Okra, 1 as much (to taste) Kabocha squash, 5 tbsp Vinegar, and more.

Yes, Eggplant, Okra, and Kabocha Squash in Nanban Sauce 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!