Mongolian Spicy Eggplant (Насны бөөлжмөл)
Насны бөөлжмөл (Mongolian Spicy Eggplant) is a delicious and flavorful dish that is popular in Mongolian cuisine. It features tender eggplant cooked in a spicy and savory sauce, making it a perfect addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplants, cut into cubes
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp chili paste
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the eggplant and red bell pepper, and cook until the vegetables are tender.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, chili paste, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked vegetables and stir to combine.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Large pan Cutting board Knife Small bowl Spatula
Tools
Stove
Serving suggestions
Serve the нaсны бөөлжмөл with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a milder version, reduce the amount of chili paste used in the recipe.
Cost
$8