Best 6 Spicy Asian Eggplant With Tofu And Red Pepper Recipes

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"Spicy Asian Eggplant with Tofu and Red Pepper" is an incredibly flavorful and exciting dish that tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. This vibrant recipe combines the tender texture of eggplant, the savory richness of tofu, and the vibrant heat of red peppers, all infused with the aromatic symphony of Asian spices. The result is a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to the streets of an Asian market, leaving you craving for more.

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SPICY ASIAN EGGPLANT WITH TOFU AND RED PEPPER



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Provided by Katie Chin

Categories     Wok     Stir-Fry     Quick & Easy     Tofu     Eggplant     Bell Pepper     Hot Pepper     Healthy     Self     Hawaii

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp olive oil
10 oz tofu, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tsp minced fresh garlic
3 red chiles, cored, seeded and cut into very thin slices
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch squares
4 Asian eggplants, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix oyster sauce, sugar, and sesame oil; set aside. Heat tbsp olive oil in a large pan or nonstick wok over medium-high heat. Sauté tofu about 5 minutes, browning on all sides. Remove from pan. Reduce heat to low and add remaining tbsp olive oil, garlic, and chiles; sauté until soft, about 4 minutes. Add bell pepper and eggplant. Raise heat to medium. Stir-fry 10 minutes, flipping eggplant after 5 minutes to cook on each side. Add oyster sauce mixture; stir well. Add tofu to pan and mix. Serve immediately.

SZECHUAN SPICY EGGPLANT



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Folks who love spicy food will approve of this fantastic meat and eggplant dish! This is a recipe from my Chinese mother, whose cooking is unsurpassable. Adjust the amount of chili sauce to suit your taste. Serve over hot rice.

Provided by ANGWEN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (1 1/2 pound) eggplant
4 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon chili sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 tablespoons water
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 large green onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger root
¼ pound fresh shrimp - peeled, deveined, and diced
⅓ pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Remove the eggplant stem and cut into 1-inch cubes. In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, chicken stock, chili sauce, sugar, ground black pepper and oyster sauce. Stir together well and set aside. In a separate small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water, and set aside.
  • Coat a large, deep pan with cooking spray over high heat and allow a few minutes for it to get very hot. Saute the garlic, half of the green onions, ginger and dried shrimp, if using (see Cook's Note) for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until they begin to brown. Stir in the ground beef or pork and cook for 3 more minutes, again stirring constantly, until browned.
  • Pour the eggplant into the pan and stir all together. Pour the reserved soy sauce mixture over all, cover the pan, reduce heat to medium low and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If you're using fresh shrimp, add it during the last few minutes of cooking. Stir in the reserved cornstarch mixture and let heat until thickened. Finally, stir in the rest of the green onions and the sesame oil.
  • Serve over hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.5 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1078.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

SPICY CHINESE EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)



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Make and share this Spicy Chinese Eggplant (Aubergine) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miraklegirl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 Japanese eggplants (about 2 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, sliced
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice wine or 1 tablespoon dry white vermouth
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon Asian chili sauce
2 green onions, thinly, sliced
1/2 sweet red pepper, diced

Steps:

  • Trim off eggplant stems.
  • Cut eggplant in half lengthwise, cut each half lengthwise into 1-inch (2. 5 cm) thick strips.
  • Cut each strip into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces; place in colander.
  • Sprinkle with salt; let stand for 1 hour.
  • Pat dry.
  • In large wok or shallow Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry garlic and onion for 2 minutes.
  • Add eggplant; stir-fry for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in bowl, whisk together sauce ingredients; pour into wok, cover and cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until eggplant is tender.
  • Sprinkle with green onions and red pepper.

STIR-FRIED RAINBOW PEPPERS, EGGPLANT AND TOFU



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My method of roasting the eggplant before stir-frying is not at all Chinese, but it allows me to pull off a beautiful, succulent stir-fried eggplant that doesn't require at least 1/4 cup of oil. The eggplant is already soft when you add it to the wok. Seek out long, light purple Asian eggplant for this.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 45m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound Asian eggplant
1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons peanut oil, rice bran oil or canola oil
1/2 pound firm tofu, cut in 1/2-inch squares and drained on paper towels
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 fat garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 bell peppers of varying colors
1 Anaheim pepper
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise and score down to but not through the skin. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil, lightly oil the foil and place the eggplant on it, cut side down. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until the skin begins to shrivel. Remove from the oven, allow to cool until you can handle it, and cut in half along the score down the middle of each half, then into 1/2-inch slices
  • Combine the rice wine or sherry, the hoisin sauce and the soy sauce in a small bowl and set aside
  • Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or 12-inch steel skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in 1 tablespoon of the oil and add the tofu. Let it sit in the pan for about 30 seconds, until it begins to sear, then stir-fry for about 2 minutes, until lightly colored. Transfer to a plate
  • Swirl in the remaining oil, then add the garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add the peppers and eggplant, sprinkle with salt to taste and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Return the tofu to the wok, add the hoisin sauce mixture and stir-fry for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the eggplant is tender and infused with the sauce and the peppers are crisp-tender. Remove from the heat and serve with rice, grains or noodles

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 306, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 909 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams

SPICY THAI EGGPLANT & TOFU



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This meal is quick, easy and is very pleasing to the palate. It's always a hit in my house. My brother, who is a vegetarian made this for me a few years ago and I have added a little to it. Thanks Trev!

Provided by Momma Emi

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces firm tofu
1/2 eggplant
1/2 onion
4 garlic cloves
1 dash red peppers or 1 dash cayenne
16 ounces rice noodles
1/4 cup peanut sauce
1/4 cup peanuts
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup cooked broccoli

Steps:

  • Put water on to boil according to rice noodle directions.
  • Food prep: Slice tofu into bite sized pieces, cut eggplant into bite sized pieces, dice onion & mince garlic.
  • In a large skillet, add EVOO, garlic and onions. Allow to cook for 2 minutes to soften.
  • Add tofu, eggplant, brocoli, spice & enough peanut sauce to coat (this should all simmer for about five minutes).
  • When noodles are finished, add noodles to mix and toss in peanuts and/or cashews as well as more peanut sauce if needed to coat.
  • Bon apetit!
  • *I use the microwave bags of brocoli to keep from dirtying another dish. Also, my husband likes chicken in his, so I will sometimes cook a chicken breast in the EVOO before preparing the meal and then slice that up to add to his bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.5, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 233.2, Carbohydrate 105.2, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 3.2, Protein 12.8

SPICY EGGPLANT



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Stir-fried eggplant with onion in a delicious spicy sauce. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Provided by venymae

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 Japanese eggplants, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 ½ tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon Asian (toasted) sesame oil

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until almost smoking. Cook and stir the eggplant cubes until they begin to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the eggplant with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
  • Heat 2 more tablespoons of oil in the skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the onions just until they begin to soften, about 30 seconds. Stir in the garlic, and cook and stir an additional 30 seconds. Mix in the soy sauce, water, oyster sauce, chili garlic sauce, sugar, and black pepper, and stir to form a smooth sauce. Return the eggplant to the skillet, lower the heat, and allow the vegetables and sauce to simmer until the eggplant is tender and almost all the liquid has been absorbed, about 5 minutes. Drizzle sesame oil over the dish, and give one final brief stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 13.8 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 444.5 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right eggplant: Look for eggplants that are firm and smooth, with no blemishes or bruises. Avoid eggplants that are too large, as they may be bitter.
  • Cut the eggplant properly: Cut the eggplant into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly. If you are using a large eggplant, you can cut it in half lengthwise and then scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin shell. This will help the eggplant to cook more quickly.
  • Don't overcook the eggplant: Eggplant can easily become mushy if it is overcooked. Cook it until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Use a variety of spices: Asian cuisine is known for its bold flavors, so don't be afraid to use a variety of spices in your eggplant dish. Some common spices used in Asian cooking include garlic, ginger, chili peppers, and cumin.
  • Serve eggplant with rice or noodles: Eggplant is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Rice or noodles are both good options, as they will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Spicy Asian eggplant with tofu and red pepper is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The eggplant is tender and flavorful, the tofu is crispy, and the red pepper adds a touch of heat. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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