Chinese Eggplant
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Chinese Eggplant

4 servings
I love Chinese food, and since my first trip to China, when I tasted this Chinese eggplant recipe, I have been trying to replicate it in my kitchen.

Ingredients

  • soy sauce
    1 tbsp
  • oyster sauce
    1 tbsp
  • hoisin sauce
    1 tbsp
  • hot chili sauce
    1 tbsp
  • water
    ⅓ c
  • sugar
    1 tsp
  • chinese or japanese eggplants
    4
  • canola oil
    2 tbsp
  • garlic

    chopped

    1 tbsp
  • ginger

    peeled and chopped

    1 tbsp
  • scallions)

    finely sliced scallions (4 white light green part only

    ⅓ c
  • parsley

    coarsely chopped

    ¼ c

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, hot chili sauce, sugar, and water together in a small bowl. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Slice eggplant crosswise around 1 ½ inch thick. Cut those pieces in half.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok. Add the eggplant and sauté over high heat, covered for about 5 minutes, turning the pieces in the hot oil occasionally. Remove the lid, add the ginger, garlic, scallions, and sauté uncovered for about 1 minute, tossing gently a few times.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Add the soy sauce mixture to the skillet, cover, and cook for about 1 minute. Uncover and cook for another minute. Add the parsley, toss and serve.

Chinese Eggplant
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Chinese Eggplant

15 min4 servings86 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the irresistible, savory flavors of authentic Chinese eggplant you've enjoyed at your favorite restaurant or even during travels abroad? This quick and easy recipe brings those cherished tastes right into your kitchen in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal side dish for any weeknight meal.

What makes this Chinese eggplant recipe a standout is its vibrant blend of classic Asian sauces combined with fresh aromatic ginger and garlic. It's designed to deliver that satisfying depth of umami and a subtle kick, all while being incredibly fast to prepare. This approach focuses on developing a rich, balanced flavor profile that beautifully complements the tender eggplant.

Prepare for a delightful side dish that's bursting with sweet, salty, and spicy notes, creating a harmonious balance that perfectly complements the tender texture of the eggplant. The rich sauce, infused with soy, oyster, and hoisin, clings beautifully to each piece, while fresh scallions and parsley add a bright, herbaceous finish. This flavorful eggplant dish is surprisingly light at only 86 calories per serving, making it a wonderful addition to any meal.

You can easily tailor this Chinese eggplant dish to your liking. Adjust the hot chili sauce to control the spice level, or for a deeper umami, consider adding a pinch of white pepper. If you're out of oyster sauce, a dash of mushroom-based vegetarian oyster sauce works well as a substitute, or you can enhance the savory notes with a touch more soy sauce and sugar.

This versatile Chinese eggplant is an ideal side dish for a range of Asian-inspired meals, from roasted meats to stir-fries, or simply served alongside steamed rice. Its rich flavor profile also makes it a fantastic starter or part of a larger tapas-style spread.

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