Low Carb Steamed Eggplant with Garlic Soy Sauce
Delight in the simplicity and bold flavors of Low Carb Steamed Eggplant with Garlic Soy Sauce, a quick and healthy recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or light meals. Featuring tender, perfectly steamed eggplant draped in a savory-sweet sauce made with aromatic garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, nutty sesame oil, and a touch of rice vinegar, this dish is a carb-conscious option brimming with umami. Fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds add a touch of crunch and vibrant garnish, while a sprinkle of red chili flakes lends an optional kick of heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this gluten-free, keto-friendly recipe can be served warm as a side dish or a light main course, pairing beautifully with grilled meats or a bowl of cauliflower rice. It’s an easy, flavorful way to add more vegetables to your diet while keeping things low-carb and incredibly satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium Eggplant
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 1 stem Green onion
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional for heat)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the eggplants. Slice each eggplant lengthwise into quarters, then cut them into 3-inch-long pieces.
Step 2
Set up a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. Place the eggplant pieces in the steamer basket and cover with a lid. Steam for 8-10 minutes, or until the eggplants are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Step 3
While the eggplant is steaming, prepare the garlic soy sauce. Finely mince the garlic and thinly slice the green onion. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and red chili flakes (if using).
Step 4
When the eggplants are done steaming, transfer them to a serving plate. Drizzle the garlic soy sauce evenly over the eggplants.
Step 5
Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Step 6
Serve warm and enjoy this healthy, low-carb dish as a side or main course!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (992.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 426.8 |
| Total Fat 17.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2167.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 64.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.1g | |
| Protein 13.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 148.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2547.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories