Description
Flavorful Vegan Sticky Garlic Eggplant is a mouthwatering dish that transforms humble eggplant into a culinary masterpiece. Infused with robust garlic, sweet soy sauce, and a hint of maple syrup, this dish offers an irresistible blend of sweet and savory flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. Serve it over rice or noodles for a delightful meal that even meat-lovers will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant, cubed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt for soaking
Instructions
- Slice the eggplant into bite-sized cubes and soak in salted water for 15 minutes to reduce bitterness. Rinse and pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, minced garlic, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the eggplant until golden brown and tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour the sauce over the cooked eggplant and simmer on low for 3-5 minutes until sticky.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving warm over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg