I Love Eggplants Recipe

Experience a burst of Asian flavors with this healthy and delicious sauteed eggplant recipe! Perfectly tender eggplant cubes are tossed in a savory sauce of garlic, ginger, green onions, and tamari. Customize the spice level to your liking! This quick and easy recipe pairs perfectly with steamed brown rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 216.3 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for I Love Eggplants

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How to Make I Love Eggplants

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Chop 1 large eggplant into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Mince 2 cloves of garlic, finely chop 1 inch of ginger, and thinly slice 2 green onions.
  4. Add the eggplant cubes to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened.
  5. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in 2 tablespoons of tamari (or to taste) and stir to coat the eggplant.
  7. Add the sliced green onions and cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender and the sauce has slightly thickened.
  8. Remove from heat and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of sesame oil.
  9. Stir gently to combine.
  10. Serve immediately over steamed brown rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

5g

Carbs

11g