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Savory Duck and Silky Eggplant Rice Bowl





Savory Duck and Silky Eggplant Rice Bowl

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Savory Duck and Silky Eggplant Rice Bowl

Introducing a special rice bowl recipe featuring summer’s star, the vibrant purple eggplant! This dish boasts the smoky aroma of smoked duck and the delightful sweet and savory flavor of soft, moist eggplant, bursting with delicious juices. It’s an irresistible rice thief, perfect for a newlywed’s meal or a simple yet satisfying everyday dish. Follow along to create Yoonvely’s addictive eggplant rice bowl!

Recipe Info

  • Category : Rice / Porridge / Rice cake
  • Ingredient Category : Vegetables
  • Occasion : Everyday
  • Cooking : Stir-fry
  • Servings : 2 servings
  • Difficulty : Beginner

Main Ingredients

  • 1 bowl of warm rice
  • 1 fresh eggplant
  • 1 stalk of green onion
  • 1/2 sweet onion
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • A pinch of fine salt
  • Adequate amount of black pepper
  • A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds

Magic Sauce

  • 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 Tbsp cooking wine (mirin or sake)
  • 0.5 Tbsp sugar
  • 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 soju cup (approx. 50ml) water

Cooking Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the fresh ingredients that will create the rich flavor of your eggplant rice bowl. Lightly pat the eggplant dry, and get the green onions, onion, and garlic ready for use.

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Step 2

Gently pat the eggplant dry with paper towels, then cut it into thick, 1cm slices. Cutting them this way helps maintain a pleasant texture when cooked and allows the sauce to penetrate better.

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Score the cut surfaces of the eggplant in a crosshatch pattern. This technique ensures the sauce seeps deep into the eggplant, making it much more flavorful. Lightly salting the scored eggplant will draw out any bitterness and excess moisture, resulting in a firmer texture.

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Thinly slice the onion. Finely chop the green onion, and thinly slice the garlic to enhance the aroma. Pre-chopping the vegetables will make the cooking process smoother.

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Prepare the signature sauce that will define your rice bowl. In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp oyster sauce, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp cooking wine, 0.5 Tbsp sugar, 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic, and 1 soju cup of water. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved. Getting the ingredient ratios right is key!

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Step 6

Heat a pan over medium-low heat and cook the smoked duck until it’s golden brown. Allowing the duck’s own fat to render out slowly will enhance its flavor.

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Once the duck fat starts to render, add the chopped green onions, sliced onion, and sliced garlic to the pan. Stir-fry over high heat for a short time to infuse the flavors. It’s best to cook the vegetables just until they soften slightly to retain their crispness.

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Now, add the salted eggplant to the pan. Sprinkle with black pepper to eliminate any gamey odors, and gently stir-fry the eggplant with the duck and vegetables, being careful not to mash them. The key is to cook the eggplant until it’s tender.

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Pour the prepared special rice bowl sauce into the pan. Quickly toss everything together to ensure the sauce coats all the ingredients evenly.

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Step 10

Simmer over medium heat until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the ingredients deeply. Be careful not to cook over high heat, as this can cause it to burn. It’s ready when the sauce becomes glossy and reduced.

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Step 11

Place the warm rice attractively in a serving bowl. Top with the generously stir-fried duck and eggplant mixture, and generously drizzle the delicious sauce remaining in the pan over it. Mixing it all together with the rice will make it even more delicious.

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Step 12

Finally, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for a visually appealing and flavorful finish. Enjoy your delicious eggplant rice bowl!

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