Savor This Sticky Garlic Eggplant Recipe for Easy Gourmet Flavor

Enjoy this Sticky Garlic Eggplant Recipe, a quick and delicious vegan dish that's a crowd-pleaser.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vegan

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Eggplant

2 medium Eggplant Select smaller varieties for better flavor.
1 teaspoon Salt Essential for drawing out moisture.

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons Soy Sauce Substitute tamari for gluten-free.
2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Use agave for a vegan option.
4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is best.
2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Cooking Oil Neutral oils like vegetable or canola recommended.

For Garnishing

1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds Adds crunch and flavor.

Equipment

Skillet
Colander
mixing bowl
paper towels

Method

Preparation Steps

Wash and slice the eggplant into bite-sized pieces, roughly 1-inch thick. Place in a colander.
Sprinkle salt over eggplant and let sit for 20 minutes to draw out moisture.
Rinse salted eggplant under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Whisk together soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and rice vinegar in a mixing bowl.
Heat oil in a large skillet and fry eggplant slices in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Reduce heat, pour sauce over the eggplant, and toss gently to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until sticky.
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure eggplants are dried well after salting for optimal frying texture.

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