Spicy and Savory Stir-Fried Eggplant
Spicy and Savory Stir-Fried Eggplant
Appetizing Stir-Fried Eggplant: A Flavorful and Easy Side Dish
This is a simple and quick recipe for delicious stir-fried eggplant. It’s packed with flavor and perfect for a quick meal.
Main Ingredients- 2 eggplants
- 1/2 onion
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the eggplants thoroughly. Trim off the ends and slice them diagonally into approximately 0.5 to 0.8 cm thick pieces. Peel the onion, wash it, and slice it thinly. Preparing the ingredients this way ensures the seasoning coats them evenly, leading to a more delicious result.
Step 2
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Add the prepared eggplant and onion slices to the pan. Eggplant tends to absorb oil, so starting with a little extra is beneficial. Stir the onion and eggplant together as they begin to cook, allowing them to soften slightly.
Step 3
Once the eggplant and onion start to soften, add the minced garlic, gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), beef seasoned powder, and perilla oil for added aroma. Stir everything gently with a spatula to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed among the ingredients. Keep the heat at medium-low to prevent burning and to best preserve the ingredients’ flavors.
Step 4
After the eggplant and onion are tender and the flavors have melded, taste the dish and adjust the seasoning. If it’s not salty enough, gradually add garlic salt (or regular salt) to suit your preference. Be careful not to over-salt.
Step 5
Once the ingredients are cooked through and have a vibrant, glossy red appearance from the seasoning, your delicious stir-fried eggplant is ready! It’s wonderful served immediately with hot rice, or you can let it cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a tasty side dish the next day. Enjoy this nutritious and visually appealing dish!
