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Savor the Flavor: Chinese Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce

Chinese Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large Chinese eggplants cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4-5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili paste
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 green onions sliced for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the ingredients by cutting the eggplants and mincing the garlic and ginger.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the oil, sautéing until aromatic.
  4. Incorporate the eggplant, stirring frequently to coat in the oil and aromatics.
  5. Add the soy sauce, chili paste, and sugar, mixing well to combine.
  6. Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the eggplant is tender and the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot, over rice or noodles if desired.