P F Chang’s Stir-Fried Spicy Eggplant

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 8
P F Chang's Stir-Fried Spicy Eggplant is a spicy and flavourful dish
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb eggplant , peeled cut into 1-inch dice
1 teaspoon garlic , minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch , mixed with 2 tablespoons water to make a paste
vegetable oil , for deep-frying
2 tablespoons vegetarian oyster sauce
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon sambal oelek chili paste
1/2 teaspoon ground bean sauce ( recommend Koon Chun brand )
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
283
Sugar
12g
Fat
13g
P F Chang's Stir-Fried Spicy Eggplant is a delicious and spicy Chinese dish that you can easily make at home. The eggplant is fried until crispy and then stir-fried with a spicy sauce made from garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili paste. This dish is a great way to enjoy a meatless meal that is both delicious and healthy. It is perfect for those who want to add more vegetables to their diet. Serve it with steamed rice and enjoy a wholesome meal in the comfort of your own home.

Instructions

1.Add enough oil to a pan or wok to deep-fry the eggplant. Heat the oil to 375°F.
2.Fry the eggplant in the hot oil until it is golden brown and crisp. Remove the eggplant from the oil and drain off any excess oil.
3.In another pan or wok, heat 2-3 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic to the pan and stir-fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
4.Add the vegetarian oyster sauce, light soy sauce, water, white vinegar, granulated sugar, sambal oelek chili paste, ground bean sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well.
5.Reduce the heat and allow the sauce to simmer for 1-2 minutes.
6.Add the fried eggplant to the sauce and toss until the eggplant is coated in the sauce.
7.Drizzle the cornstarch mixture over the eggplant and toss well, to coat the eggplant in a thick, glossy sauce.
8.Serve hot with steamed white rice.

PROS

P F Chang’s Stir-Fried Spicy Eggplant is a deliciously spicy and flavorful dish that is vegan and gluten-free.

Eggplants are low in calories, high in fiber, and contain antioxidants which help protect the body from damage.

CONS

This dish is deep-fried, which makes it high in calories and fat.

The sauce contains high amounts of salt and sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Eggplants are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They contain antioxidants that help maintain normal blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.
The garlic in this recipe has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Sambal Oelek Chili Paste contains capsaicin, a compound that is beneficial for metabolism, blood pressure, and digestion.

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