Vegan Terong Bakar (Grilled Eggplant)

Elevate your plant-based meals with this bold and flavorful Vegan Terong Bakar (Grilled Eggplant), a modern twist on a traditional Indonesian favorite. Perfectly grilled eggplants become irresistibly tender with a smoky char, while a luscious topping of caramelized garlic, shallots, and spicy red chili peppers infuses every bite with layers of umami. The star of this dish is the vegan sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), which adds a delightful mix of sweetness and depth, brightened by a splash of lime juice. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is versatile enough to shine as a stunning main course with steamed rice or as a vibrant side dish. Vegan, gluten-free, and full of Southeast Asian-inspired flavors, this Terong Bakar recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Eggplants (medium-sized)
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 pieces Shallots, finely chopped
• 2 pieces Red chili peppers, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis, vegan)
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Slice the eggplants in half lengthwise. Score the flesh in a crosshatch pattern without cutting through the skin.

Step 3

Brush the fleshy side of the eggplants with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the eggplants flesh-side down on the grill. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the flesh is soft and has a nice char. Flip the eggplants and cook skin-side down for another 5 minutes.

Step 5

While the eggplants are grilling, prepare the sauce. Heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil in a small pan over medium heat.

Step 6

Sauté the garlic, shallots, and red chili peppers until fragrant and slightly caramelized, about 4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the sweet soy sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes before removing it from the heat.

Step 8

Once the eggplants are done, transfer them to a serving plate. Spoon the sauce generously over the grilled eggplants.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy this smoky, spicy Vegan Terong Bakar as a standalone dish or alongside steamed rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(789.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	549.3

Total Fat 29.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1956.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 43.0g
Protein 10.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118.6mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 1937.9mg	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: 44.6%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 48.5%