Aromatic Summer Stir-Fried Eggplant Recipe
Aromatic Summer Stir-Fried Eggplant Recipe
Make Delicious Stir-Fried Eggplant with this Golden Recipe Using Freshly Harvested Eggplants
Introducing a delicious stir-fried side dish recipe using fresh seasonal eggplants, full of summer’s flavor. It’s especially special because it’s made with fresh eggplants harvested directly from the garden. With a simple process of slicing and stir-frying, you’ll create a fantastic side dish that whets your appetite. The harmony of chewy eggplant and crisp vegetables, along with the savory seasoning, makes a dish the whole family can enjoy. Follow along now and savor this summer delicacy, stir-fried eggplant!
Main Ingredients- 2 fresh eggplants
- 1/2 onion
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 10 cm white part of green onion
Seasoning Ingredients- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp roasted sesame seeds
- 3 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp roasted sesame seeds
- 3 Tbsp cooking oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, finely chop the white part of the green onion, about 5mm thick, to add an aromatic flavor.
Step 2
Peel the onion and chop it roughly. Separating the layers at this stage will help the seasoning penetrate evenly.
Step 3
Chop the colorful yellow and red bell peppers roughly, similar to the onion. Bell peppers add sweetness and texture when cooked.
Step 4
Trim the ends of the eggplant, the star of today’s dish, cut it lengthwise into quarters, and then into roughly 2-3 cm pieces. Since eggplant softens considerably when cooked, it’s best not to cut it too small.
Step 5
Now, let’s start stir-frying. Heat the pan, add 3 Tbsp of cooking oil, the chopped green onion, and 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. Stir-fry over medium-low heat, being careful not to burn, to fully release their aroma. The garlic and green onion flavors will infuse into the oil, adding a delicious fragrance.
Step 6
Once the aroma of garlic and green onion rises, add the chopped onion, yellow bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry together until the vegetables become slightly translucent.
Step 7
As the onion and bell peppers begin to soften, add the prepared eggplant and stir-fry. Eggplant wilts quickly when heated, so it’s important to cook it just until it softens slightly, rather than stir-frying for too long.
Step 8
When the eggplant has slightly wilted and all the vegetables start to combine, add 1 Tbsp of oyster sauce and 1/2 Tbsp of soy sauce. Stir-fry quickly to let the flavors meld. Oyster sauce adds umami, and soy sauce provides a subtle savory taste and color.
Step 9
Once the vegetables and seasoning are evenly mixed and the eggplant is completely tender, drizzle in 1 Tbsp of sesame oil for the final touch. The nutty aroma of sesame oil will further enhance the dish’s flavor.
Step 10
Just before turning off the heat, sprinkle 1 Tbsp of roasted sesame seeds to finish. Adding sesame seeds, which provide nuttiness and a pleasant bite, completes this delicious stir-fried eggplant. Enjoy it with a warm bowl of rice!
