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Japanese Chicken and Eggplant

Recipe by Cooking With Morgane

A Japanese‑inspired dish where slices of eggplant and chicken are marinated, coated in potato starch, then grilled before being simmered in a slightly sweet soy‑mirin sauce. Served with short‑grain rice, topped with chives, toasted sesame seeds, and a pinch of chili powder (chichimi). Ideal for a balanced meal at home or to take in a bento.

MediumJapaneseServes 4

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Source Video
43m
Prep
39m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 32m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$8.55
Per serving:$2.14

Critical Success Points

  • Salt the eggplants to draw out moisture
  • Coat the eggplants and chicken with potato starch
  • Properly reduce the sauce to achieve a glossy texture

Safety Warnings

  • Watch out for splattering hot oil; use a lid or splash guard.
  • Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 75 °C.

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