Thai Charred Eggplant with Tofu Recipe

Name: Thai Charred Eggplant with Tofu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 small eggplants; 3 fresh green chile peppers; 4 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro; 1 small onion, quartered; 3 teaspoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 8 ounces tofu, diced; 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the grill for high heat.
2
Oil the grill grate, and cook the eggplants on all sides until charred and black, about 15 minutes.
3
Remove from heat, and place on a rack to cool.
4
Peel, slice diagonally, and set aside.
5
In a food processor or blender, combine the chile peppers, garlic, cilantro, onion, sugar, and lime juice.
6
Process until smooth.
7
Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat, and add the chile mixture.
8
Reduce heat to medium, and cook for 1 minute.
9
Gently stir in the tofu, 1/4 cup of basil, and the eggplant.
10
Cook until heated through.
11
Remove to a serving dish, and garnish with the remaining basil.

110

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 small eggplants, 3 fresh green chile peppers, 4 cloves garlic, peeled, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Thai Charred Eggplant with Tofu 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!

Thai Charred Eggplant with Tofu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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