Super Simple and Delicious Grilled Eggplant Recipe
Super Simple and Delicious Grilled Eggplant Recipe
How to Make Delicious Grilled Eggplant Easily and Quickly
Here’s a recipe for incredibly simple grilled eggplant. It’s quick to make and uses minimal ingredients, making it a perfect side dish or a light meal. This recipe will guide you step-by-step to achieve tender, flavorful grilled eggplant with a savory glaze, suitable even for beginners.
Main Ingredient- 1 eggplant
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, I’m sharing a super easy and delicious grilled eggplant recipe that you can whip up even on busy days. Eggplant, known for its ‘black food’ benefits, becomes incredibly flavorful and satisfying when grilled. This method is quick, requiring minimal time and effort, making it a winner for everyone.
Step 2
Wash the eggplant thoroughly. Slice it into rounds about 1 cm (approximately 0.4 inches) thick. It’s important to keep the slices consistent in thickness so they cook evenly. Avoid slicing too thinly, as they can become mushy or break apart.
Step 3
Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper. Arrange the sliced eggplant in a single layer, making sure the pieces do not overlap. Overlapping can prevent even cooking and browning, so give them some breathing room.
Step 4
Preheat your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Place the prepared eggplant slices in the preheated air fryer and cook for about 8 minutes. The exact cooking time might vary slightly depending on your air fryer model and the thickness of your eggplant slices. Check around the 7-minute mark; they are done when tender and slightly golden brown.
Step 5
While the eggplant is grilling, let’s prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup of water, 2 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp gochugaru, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Stir well until all the ingredients are dissolved and well combined. (Optional: you can add a little minced garlic for extra flavor.)
Step 6
Once the eggplant is perfectly grilled, carefully remove it from the air fryer and arrange it on a serving plate. Drizzle the prepared sauce evenly over the warm eggplant. Finish by garnishing with the finely chopped green onions and chili peppers. Your delicious and healthy grilled eggplant, a wonderful ‘black food’ dish, is ready to be enjoyed with a side of rice!
