JAPANESE EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) WITH TOFU

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This is a quick, healthy meal I discovered when I didn't have all of the ingredients to make a Moosewood stuffed eggplant recipe. Double the sauce if you want extra sauce for your rice.

Provided by Teej4734

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 40m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon sherry wine
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon fresh peeled gingerroot, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1 tablespoon light sesame oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 (18 ounce) carton firm tofu or 1 (18 ounce) carton extra firm tofu, drained and patted dry with paper towels, diced
5 Japanese eggplants, halved and cut into 1/2 pieces
3 cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In small saucepan over medium heat, bring sherry, dark sesame oil, garlic, ginger root, vinegar, and 1 TBS of the soy sauce to a low simmer.
  • Thoroughly stir cornstarch into water until well blended and add to saucepan.
  • Simmer sauce until thickened, then turn off heat, cover and set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 1 minute, then add the light sesame oil (or vegetable oil) and heat the oil for a minute.
  • Add the chopped onion to the skillet, and saute until tender but not golden.
  • Add the diced tofu to the skillet and saute up to 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  • Add the eggplant and sprinkle with remaining 1 TBS of soy sauce, and saute until tender but not mushy.
  • Stir in sauce.
  • Serve over brown rice.

Bennetta Bridges
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This is a delicious and easy recipe that I will definitely be making again. The eggplant and tofu were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and well-balanced.


amresh thapa
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant and tofu, and it's so easy to make.


William O
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of the crispy eggplant and the tender tofu. The sauce is also very flavorful.


Erick Kabiru
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I love this recipe! The eggplant and tofu are cooked to perfection, and the sauce is delicious. I always serve it with rice and it's always a hit.


Kayden Lee
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant and tofu. It's easy to make and very flavorful. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


Anthony Wilkins
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Maxx Vlogs
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This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The eggplant and tofu are both packed with nutrients, and the sauce is made with healthy ingredients like ginger and garlic.


Gulab Gul
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I love this recipe! The eggplant is crispy and the tofu is soft and flavorful. The sauce is also delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Somali Dhaba
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This is a delicious and easy recipe that I will definitely be making again. The eggplant and tofu were cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and well-balanced.


Umesh Thatal
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover eggplant and tofu, and it's so easy to make.


Malik Nadeem
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of the crispy eggplant and the tender tofu. The sauce is also very flavorful.


Keith Jones
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I love this recipe! The eggplant and tofu are cooked to perfection, and the sauce is delicious. I always serve it with rice and it's always a hit.


MohammedWasim Youaefi555
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant and tofu. It's easy to make and very flavorful. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


Malick Hassan
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This dish was amazing! The eggplant was perfectly cooked and the tofu was so flavorful. The sauce was also delicious, and I loved the crispy shallots on top. I will definitely be making this again.


Pamela Menziwa
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I tried this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the tofu was very flavorful. The sauce was also very tasty and added a nice touch to the dish. Overall, this was a great recipe that I will definitely be m


Zachary Marshall
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out delicious! I especially loved the combination of the sweet and savory sauce with the crispy eggplant and tender tofu. Definitely a keeper!


Sanjida Hossain Rana
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This Japanese eggplant with tofu dish was a delight! The flavors melded together perfectly, and the texture was amazing. I loved the crispy outer layer of the eggplant and the soft, tender inside. The tofu added a nice protein boost, and the sauce wa