Eggplant With Garlic Sauce Recipe

Name: Eggplant With Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium italian eggplants or 1 medium Chinese eggplant; 1 tablespoon chinese fermented black beans (optional); 3 garlic cloves; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons oyster sauce or 2 tablespoons vegetarian oyster sauce; 2 teaspoons light soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons oil; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Servings: persons

1 medium italian eggplants or 1 medium Chinese eggplant
1 tablespoon chinese fermented black beans (optional)
3 garlic cloves
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons oyster sauce or 2 tablespoons vegetarian oyster sauce
2 teaspoons light soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

1
Cut eggplant into 1-inch cubes.
2
Mince garlic and set aside.
3
Combine all remaining ingredients except oils in a small bowl and set aside.
4
Heat vegetable and sesame oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5
Add eggplant and fermented black beans, cover loosely, and cook, turning occasionally, until eggplant is softening but still firm in the middle, about 6-8 minutes.
6
Turn down heat to medium-low and uncover.
7
Add garlic and stir constantly until garlic is fragrant and lightly cooked, about 30-45 seconds.
8
Stir sauce and pour over eggplant.
9
Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce is thick and eggplant is soft, about 2-4 minutes.
10
Serve hot with white rice.

201

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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: 1 medium italian eggplants or 1 medium Chinese eggplant, 1 tablespoon chinese fermented black beans (optional), 3 garlic cloves, 1/4 cup water, and more.

Yes, Eggplant With Garlic 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!

Eggplant With Garlic Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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