Thai Eggplant Pickles Recipe

Name: Thai Eggplant Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb Thai eggplants, trimmed, quartered; 2 tbsp kosher salt; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 (4 inch) stalks fresh lemongrass, trimmed, sliced finely; 2 None fresh long red chilies, sliced thinly; 4 None fresh kaffir lime leaves; 1 2/3 cups firmly packed light brown sugar; 1 2/3 cups white vinegar; 1 tbsp Japanese soy sauce

Servings: persons

2 lb Thai eggplants, trimmed, quartered
2 tbsp kosher salt
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 (4 inch) stalks fresh lemongrass, trimmed, sliced finely
2 None fresh long red chilies, sliced thinly
4 None fresh kaffir lime leaves
1 2/3 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
1 2/3 cups white vinegar
1 tbsp Japanese soy sauce

1
Combine eggplants and salt in a large bowl. Let stand for 1 hour then rinse under cold water to remove salt. Drain.
2
Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook garlic, lemongrass and chilies, stirring, for about 2 mins. Add eggplant and remaining ingredients. Stir over high heat, without boiling, until sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 20 mins, or until eggplant is tender.
3
Transfer eggplant to a large heatproof bowl. Simmer cooking liquid for about 10 mins, or until thickened slightly and syrupy.
4
Pack eggplant into hot sterilized jars. Pour in enough hot syrup mixture to cover eggplant and seal.

540

kcal

Calories

Fat

121

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 2 lb Thai eggplants, trimmed, quartered, 2 tbsp kosher salt, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 4 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Thai Eggplant Pickles 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.

Thai Eggplant Pickles

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