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.

Teochew Style Steamed Eggplant (潮州蒸茄子)

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

  1. Place the eggplant strips in a steaming dish.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the minced garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and white pepper.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the eggplant strips, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. Steam the eggplant over high heat for 15 minutes or until tender.
  5. 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