Strange Flavor Eggplant Spread Recipe

Name: Strange Flavor Eggplant Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon hot water; 2 tablespoons peanut oil; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds

Servings: persons

1 large eggplant
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon hot water
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 French baguette, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds

1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). Prick the eggplant several times with a fork, and remove the leaves. Place on a baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes in the oven, turning over once, until tender. Remove from the oven, and slit open to cool.
2
While the eggplant are still warm, remove the stem end and peel. Cut into chunks, and place them in the container of a blender or food processor. Process until smooth.
3
In a small dish, combine the garlic, ginger, green onions, and red pepper flakes. In a separate dish, stir together the soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and hot water.
4
Heat a wok over high heat until hot enough to evaporate a drop of water. Pour in the peanut oil, and swirl to coat the wok. When the oil is hot, dump in the garlic mixture, and stir-fry for about 15 seconds. Pour in the soy sauce mixture, and bring to a simmer. Stir in the eggplant puree, cooking just until heated through. Remove to a serving dish, and stir in the sesame oil. Allow to cool, and serve at room temperature as a spread for the bread.

124

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large eggplant, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root, 1/2 cup chopped green onions, and more.

Yes, Strange Flavor Eggplant Spread 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!

Strange Flavor Eggplant Spread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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