Eggplant (Aubergine) Stir-Fry

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 3
Aromatic Eggplant (Aubergine) Stir-Fry recipe for your daily meal
in Main

Prep

35 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 Chinese eggplants
3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
ginger , fresh , 1 inch piece
1 red chili pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
cilantro leaf ( to garnish )
salt , to taste
black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
230
Sugar
8g
Fat
12g
Eggplant (Aubergine) Stir-Fry is a simple yet exciting recipe with a combination of East and West flavors. Originating from China, the dish has become global due to its healthy and tasty nature. The dish is prepared with eggplants which are cut into diagonal pieces and stir-fried with soy sauce, ginger and chili pepper. This style of cooking is not only healthy but also enhances the taste of the eggplants. This dish is perfect for people who are looking for quick, easy to make, and tasty recipes.

Instructions

1.Cut the eggplants in diagonal shapes and sprinkle salt over them. Keep them aside for 30 minutes.
2.Heat peanut oil in a pan and add chopped ginger, chili pepper, and sesame seeds stirring for a minute.
3.Add eggplants and cook them for 5 minutes until they become soft and get a brownish color.
4.Mix rice vinegar, soy sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar and cornstarch until it becomes a smooth paste.
5.Pour this mixture over the eggplants and let it cook for 2 more minutes.
6.Sprinkle salt and pepper according to preference.
7.Add sesame oil and stir for 2 minutes then remove from heat.
8.Garnish with cilantro before serving.

PROS

This Eggplant stir-fry is a quick, tasty and filling meal that can be served with rice or noodles.

The dish is rich in fiber, calcium, and vitamins making it perfect for a healthy diet.
The sesame oil adds to its unique aroma and flavor.

CONS

Eggplants contain Solanine which can be harmful if consumed in large quantities.
People with kidney or gallbladder problems should not consume eggplants.

The Chinese variety of eggplants can be a little bitter even after the salting process.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants contain numerous minerals and vitamins such as fiber, folate, manganese, and potassium which can help keep the heart healthy. The vegetables are low in calories and fat content, making them great for weight loss. The ginger in this recipe aids in digestion, while soy sauce has been linked with reducing the risk of some types of cancers.

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