Steamed Eggplant with Garlic Soy Sauce
Discover the delicate simplicity of Steamed Eggplant with Garlic Soy Sauce, a healthy and flavor-packed side dish that’s perfect for any meal. This recipe highlights tender steamed eggplant infused with a bold yet balanced dressing made from soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and aromatic minced garlic. Lightly sweetened with a touch of sugar and finished with a garnish of fresh green onions and nutty sesame seeds, this dish is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this vegan and gluten-free delight makes for an effortless addition to your weeknight dinner rotation or a standout component at your next dinner party. Whether served hot or at room temperature, it’s a vibrant and wholesome way to enjoy the natural flavors of eggplant with a savory Asian-inspired twist.
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Ingredients
- 2 large Eggplant
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat. Place a steamer basket on top.
Step 2
While waiting for the water to boil, rinse the eggplants thoroughly. Slice them into quarters lengthwise, and then cut each quarter into 4-inch pieces.
Step 3
Place the eggplant pieces into the steamer basket, sprinkle them with salt, and cover the pot with a lid.
Step 4
Steam the eggplant for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pieces are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Step 5
While the eggplant is steaming, mince the garlic cloves. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, minced garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and sugar.
Step 6
Once the eggplant is cooked, transfer the pieces gently to a serving plate.
Step 7
Drizzle the garlic soy sauce mixture over the steamed eggplant.
Step 8
Chop the green onions and sprinkle over the eggplant along with sesame seeds.
Step 9
Serve hot or at room temperature as a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1299.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 522.3 |
| Total Fat 18.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3863.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 50.5g | |
| Protein 17.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 169.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3193.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories