Strange Flavor Eggplant Recipe

Name: Strange Flavor Eggplant
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 eggplant (approx 1 pound); 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 1 tablespoon minced garlic clove; 1/4 cup scallion, sliced; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon hot water; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; handful cilantro (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 eggplant (approx 1 pound)
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon minced garlic clove
1/4 cup scallion, sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon hot water
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
handful cilantro (to garnish)

1
Pierce eggplant with fork in several places. Bake at 475 until tender and somewhat collapsed (20-40 minutes).
2
Remove from oven and slash down the center. When cool enough to handle, remove flesh from skin and puree in food processor or blender.
3
In large frying pan, briefly saute ginger, garlic, scallions, and red pepper in canola oil.
4
Mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and hot water to make sauce.
5
Add sauce to ingredients in frying pan and bring to a gentle simmer.
6
Add eggplant, mix together, and heat through.
7
Remove from heat, add sesame oil, and mix thoroughly.
8
Garnish with cilantro and serve with pita chips or crostini.

103

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 eggplant (approx 1 pound), 1 tablespoon minced ginger, 1 tablespoon minced garlic clove, 1/4 cup scallion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Strange Flavor 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.

Strange Flavor Eggplant

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