Sugar-Free Terong Bakar (Grilled Eggplant)

Elevate your plant-based dining experience with Sugar-Free Terong Bakar (Grilled Eggplant), a healthy, flavor-packed twist on a traditional Indonesian classic. Perfectly charred eggplants are marinated in a vibrant blend of olive oil, garlic, shallots, turmeric, coriander, and optional chili flakes for a hint of heat, then grilled to smoky, tender perfection. A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds a zesty finish, while a sprinkle of chopped cilantro provides a fresh pop of color. This low-carb, sugar-free recipe is quick and easy to prepare—ready in just 40 minutes—and makes for a delicious side dish or light main course. Perfect for BBQs, weeknight dinners, or anyone seeking wholesome, nutrient-rich meals without added sugar!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Eggplants (medium-sized)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 pieces Shallots, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons Chili flakes (optional for heat)
• 1 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoons Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the eggplants and cut them in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Lightly score the flesh side of each eggplant half in a criss-cross pattern, ensuring not to cut through the skin.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, chopped shallots, chili flakes (if using), turmeric powder, coriander powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 4

Brush the marinade generously over the cut sides of the eggplants, ensuring the marinade seeps into the scored cuts.

Step 5

Let the eggplants sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 6

Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat. Lightly grease it to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place the eggplants flesh-side down on the grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes, until grill marks appear and the flesh becomes tender.

Step 8

Flip the eggplants skin-side down and continue to cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until the eggplants are fully softened and cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the eggplants from the grill and drizzle with fresh lime juice.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately. Enjoy your Sugar-Free Terong Bakar!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(722.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	480.9

Total Fat 29.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1205.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.4g
Protein 8.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 119.2mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 1748.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 41.5%