Spicy Chopped Eggplant and Mushrooms in Lettuce Packages Recipe

Name: Spicy Chopped Eggplant and Mushrooms in Lettuce Packages
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger; 4 cups 1/2-inch cubes unpeeled eggplant (about 3/4 pound); 1/2 pound mushrooms, coarsely chopped; 1/3 cup water; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce*; 1 tablespoon oyster sauce*; 1 tablespoon chili paste with garlic*; Boston lettuce leaves; Chopped green onion; Chopped red bell pepper; Chopped jicama; Hoisin sauce is available at Asian markets and in the Asian section of some supermarkets.

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
4 cups 1/2-inch cubes unpeeled eggplant (about 3/4 pound)
1/2 pound mushrooms, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce*
1 tablespoon oyster sauce*
1 tablespoon chili paste with garlic*
Boston lettuce leaves
Chopped green onion
Chopped red bell pepper
Chopped jicama
Hoisin sauce is available at Asian markets and in the Asian section of some supermarkets.

1
Heat oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add garlic and ginger and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3
Add eggplant and mushrooms and saute 2 minutes, stirring to coat with seasonings.
4
Add next 4 ingredients and cover.
5
Simmer until eggplant is tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
6
Uncover and cook until sauce is absorbed and mixture is thick, about 2 minutes.
7
Season to taste with salt.
8
Arrange lettuce leaves around edge of platter.
9
Spoon eggplant mixture into center.
10
Spoon eggplant mixture into center.
11
Spoon some eggplant mixture into each lettuce leaf.
12
Garnish generously with chopped green onion, bell pepper and jicama.
13
Fold up sides of lettuce as for a taco and serve.

128

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger, 4 cups 1/2-inch cubes unpeeled eggplant (about 3/4 pound), and more.

Yes, Spicy Chopped Eggplant and Mushrooms in Lettuce Packages 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.

Spicy Chopped Eggplant and Mushrooms in Lettuce Packages

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