Teochew Style Steamed Eggplant (潮州蒸茄子)
潮州蒸茄子 (Teochew Style Steamed Eggplant) is a classic dish in Chaoshan (Teochew) Cuisine, known for its light and refreshing flavors. This dish is a perfect combination of tender steamed eggplant and a savory sauce, making it a popular choice for a healthy and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggplants, cut into strips
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Instructions
- Place the eggplant strips in a steaming dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and white pepper.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the eggplant strips, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Steam the eggplant over high heat for 15 minutes or until tender.
- Sprinkle the steamed eggplant with chopped green onions before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Steaming dish Small bowl
Tools
Steaming rack
Serving suggestions
Serve the 潮州蒸茄子 (Teochew Style Steamed Eggplant) with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add some chopped red chili to the sauce mixture.
Cost
$5