Simple & Delicious Stir-Fried Eggplant Recipe
Simple & Delicious Stir-Fried Eggplant Recipe
Quick & Easy Korean Side Dish: ‘Gaji Bokkeum’ (Stir-Fried Eggplant) in 10 Minutes!
Experience the delightful texture and savory flavor of Gaji Bokkeum, made easily and quickly at home. It’s a perfect side dish that pairs wonderfully with rice! Difficulty: ☆ (Very Easy), Estimated Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Main Ingredients- 4 eggplants
Seasoning Ingredients- 6 Tbsp perilla oil
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 5 Tbsp water
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 6 Tbsp perilla oil
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 5 Tbsp water
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 4 fresh eggplants. Wash them thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized pieces (about 1-1.5 cm thick, half-moon or long shapes work well).
Step 2
Get a deep pan or wok and generously coat it with 6 tablespoons of perilla oil. Heat the pan over medium heat, then add the cut eggplant. Start stir-frying. The eggplant will begin to absorb the oil and soften.
Step 3
Once the eggplant has softened somewhat and started to wilt, pour 3 tablespoons of soy sauce along the edges of the pan. Allowing the soy sauce to slightly caramelize will add depth of flavor.
Step 4
Next, add 5 tablespoons of water to the pan. This will help the eggplant and seasonings mix evenly and prevent it from becoming too salty.
Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic for a savory and flavorful kick. The garlic aroma will enrich the overall taste of the dish.
Step 6
Once all ingredients are combined, continue to stir-fry over medium-low heat for about 5 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure the seasoning is evenly absorbed into the eggplant. The goal is a tender, not mushy, texture.
Step 7
Just before finishing, turn off the heat. Add 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for a nutty finish. Adding them while the dish is hot will enhance their aroma.
Step 8
Gently mix in the sesame oil and seeds. Your nutritious and simple Gaji Bokkeum is ready! If you like, garnish with finely chopped green onions or red chili peppers for an extra touch of color and flavor. ^^
Step 9
This recipe, using affordable seasonal vegetables like eggplant, truly offers ‘happiness for a dollar’! It’s especially perfect as a go-to side dish during the summer. #DollarDish #EggplantRecipe
Step 10
It’s a wonderful time to live when fresh eggplants are available year-round! Enjoy the best of eggplant, which is in season from spring through summer.
Step 11
Eggplant is known for its potential health benefits, including anticancer properties and fatigue relief. This delicious and budget-friendly Gaji Bokkeum, with its soy sauce-based seasoning, is a fantastic side dish that both kids and adults will love!
Step 12
Why not try making this delicious stir-fried eggplant yourself at home? It’s a simple yet satisfying dish that will surely enhance your meals. ^^
