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Irresistible Sticky Garlic Eggplant Recipe to Savor

Irresistible Sticky Garlic Eggplant Recipe You’ll Love to Savor

Discover this Irresistible Sticky Garlic Eggplant Recipe, a flavorful vegetarian dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Eggplant
  • 2 large Eggplant Use Chinese or Japanese varieties for quicker cooking.
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, offers a pungent kick.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Use vegetarian oyster sauce for plant-based.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar or Honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can work as a substitute.
For Thickening
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Slurry Mix cornstarch with water.
For Cooking
  • 2-3 tablespoons Neutral Oil Vital for pan-searing.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes For adding heat if desired.
  • Sesame Seeds Sprinkle for crunch.
  • Green Onions Ideal for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash 2 large eggplants and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 15 minutes in a colander.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2-3 tablespoons of neutral oil over medium-high heat. Add eggplant cubes in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar, stirring to combine.
  4. Combine 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with a couple of tablespoons of water to form a slurry. Stir this into the sauce, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened.
  5. Return the eggplant to the pan, tossing to coat in the sauce. Let cook together for 2-3 minutes to absorb flavors.
  6. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Salt the eggplant before cooking to reduce bitterness. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding. Customize spice levels with red chili flakes if desired.

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