COLD BARBECUED CHINESE EGGPLANT

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, quick, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 15m

Yield Eight to 12 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup peanut oil
8 firm eggplants, 1/2 pound each, end trimmed, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons grated ginger
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
3 tablespoons hot bean paste
2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon brown vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
8 scallions, trimmed and minced

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a wok or cast-iron skillet over medium heat until hot. Add eggplant and, stirring constantly, cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat. Using the back of a large slotted spoon, press the eggplant against the side of the pan to squeeze out excess oil. Set the eggplant aside.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat. Add the ginger, garlic and bean paste. Stir and cook for one minute. Stir in the broth, soy sauce and sugar. Bring the liquid to a boil. Add the eggplant and cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in the vinegar and sesame oil. Put the eggplant in a large bowl. Set aside to cool. Garnish with minced scallion and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 528 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

Timothy Moore
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This recipe is a winner! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Ashley L Helzer
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The eggplant is tender and the sauce is perfectly tangy.


MD.JUBAYER HOSEN SHAOWN
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This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Matshi Ngulube
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but this recipe changed my mind!


Dhugo Juga
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Allyson Bryson
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I love this recipe! The eggplant is always so tender and the sauce is perfect.


BasedDati
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Delicious!


Asif Bhatti
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Damian Mutiso
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I was looking for a new way to cook eggplant and this recipe fit the bill perfectly. The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Shah Shib
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This recipe is a keeper! The eggplant was cooked to perfection and the sauce was delicious. I especially liked the addition of the peanuts, which added a nice crunch.


Mafabi Robert
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit! The eggplant is always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly tangy. I love serving this dish with rice or noodles.


Edrich Gazi
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The eggplant was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The sauce was flavorful and had just the right amount of spice. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Stanley Kusi Appiah
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I'm so glad I did! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Abhay Mgr
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This cold barbecued Chinese eggplant recipe is a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and savory flavors. The eggplant is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly tangy. I will definitely be making this dish again!