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Crispy Eggplant Tossed in Garlic Soy Glaze

Crispy Eggplant Tossed in Garlic Soy Glaze for Flavor Lovers

Crispy Eggplant Tossed in Garlic Soy Glaze is a flavorful vegetarian dish that combines texture with taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant
  • 4 medium Chinese Eggplants or globe eggplant with quick salt drain
  • 1 cup Cornstarch or rice flour for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Salt use sea salt for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon White/Black Pepper cayenne pepper optional for spice
For the Garlic Soy Glaze
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 cup Neutral Oil (Canola/Veg Oil) olive oil changes flavor slightly
  • 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil avocado oil as substitute
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, add more for garlic lovers
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated, can be omitted
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce can be omitted
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar white vinegar can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar or Honey maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Slurry ensure mixed well for thickening
For Garnish
  • Optional Garnishes scallions, sesame seeds, red chili flakes, or cilantro

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Eggplant: Slice the Chinese eggplants into batons, sprinkle with salt, let sit for 10 minutes, then pat dry.
  2. Coat Eggplant: Combine cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the eggplant in the mixture to coat evenly.
  3. Fry Eggplant: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry eggplant for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Make Glaze: In a saucepan, heat sesame oil, sauté garlic and ginger. Add soy sauces, vinegar, and sugar. Simmer and add cornstarch slurry.
  5. Combine: Toss crispy eggplant in the warm glaze immediately before serving, garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture. Can store at room temperature for 2 hours, or refrigerate for up to 3 days. Double the recipe for larger gatherings.

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