Fragrant Eggplant Recipe

Name: Fragrant Eggplant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant; 4 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons dry sherry, divided; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 6 slices fresh ginger (about the size and thickness of a quarter each); 4 green onions, sliced (white and green parts divided); 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 large eggplant
4 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons dry sherry, divided
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 slices fresh ginger (about the size and thickness of a quarter each)
4 green onions, sliced (white and green parts divided)
1 tablespoon cornstarch

1
Cut the stem off the eggplant and dice the eggplant into small cubes; sprinkle the cubes with salt and set in a colander to drain for about 15 minutes, then squeeze most of the liquid out.
2
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, and water.
3
Heat a wok over medium high heat and and add 1 tablespoon of dry sherry; stir fry the pepper flakes, ginger, and white part of the green onions until fragrant.
4
Add the eggplant, reduce heat, and saute about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant is cooked through.
5
Add in the soy sauce mixture and turn the heat to high, cooking until most of the liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes; be sure to stir so that the eggplant is thoroughly coated with the sauce.
6
Make a slurry with the remaining sherry and the cornstarch; add to wok and stir until thickened; toss in green onion tops.
7
Serve over plain white rice.

151

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large eggplant, 4 tablespoons soy sauce, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar, and more.

Yes, Fragrant Eggplant 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.

Fragrant Eggplant

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