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Basic Eggplant in Soy Sauce Marinade

Cost $5, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookGo

  • 90 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🍆 4 eggplants
    • 🧅 Chopped green onion, as needed
    • Grated ginger, as needed
    • Vegetable oil, as needed

  • Seasoning

    • 💧 200ml water
    • 1/2 tsp dashi powder
    • 2 tbsp mirin
    • 🍬 1 tsp sugar
    • 🧂 2 tbsp soy sauce

STEPS

1

In a pot, combine all seasoning ingredients (☆) and bring to a boil. Once boiled, remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.

2

Cut off the stems of the eggplants and make shallow cuts about 5mm apart along the skin.

3

Heat a pot of vegetable oil to 170°C and fry the eggplants, turning them occasionally, until they become tender (about 5 minutes).

4

Place the fried eggplants into the cooled seasoning mixture while still hot. Let them cool to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

5

Serve the marinated eggplants on a plate and garnish with chopped green onion and grated ginger.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

120

Calories

  • 2g
    Protein
  • 10g
    Carbs
  • 8g
    Fats

💡 Tips

For a more intense flavor, marinate the eggplants overnight in the refrigerator.Use a slotted spoon to remove the eggplants from the oil to drain excess oil effectively.This dish can be served cold, making it a refreshing side dish for summer meals.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.