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Garlic Sauce Chinese Eggplant Recipe
A quick and delicious recipe for sautéed eggplant with a flavorful garlic sauce.
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Prep Time:
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time:
20
minutes
minutes
Total Time:
35
minutes
minutes
Servings:
4
Calories:
120
kcal
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
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2
lb
Chinese eggplant
Cut into bite-sized pieces
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4
tbsp
soy sauce
For a richer flavor, use dark soy sauce
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3
tbsp
vegetable oil
Can substitute with sesame oil for added flavor
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5
clove
garlic
Minced for better flavor release
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1
tbsp
cornstarch
To thicken the sauce
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1
cup
water
Used for making the sauce
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1
tbsp
rice vinegar
For a slight tang
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1
tbsp
sugar
Helps balance the flavors
Instructions
Preparation Steps
Start by heating the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the eggplant and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, water, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch.
Pour the sauce over the eggplant and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Serve hot and enjoy as a side or over rice.
Notes
For extra flavor, add some chopped green onions as a garnish before serving.