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Savoring Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Chinese eggplant
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon scallions chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the eggplant by cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Salt the eggplant pieces and let them sit for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the eggplant pieces to the pan and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Introduce minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar into the pan.
  6. Mix the cornstarch and water solution and add it to the pan.
  7. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve hot.