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Sauteed Eggplant in Soy‑Vinegar Sauce

Recipe by Morgane Recipes

Tender Chinese eggplant pieces are quickly fried and tossed in a savory soy‑vinegar sauce with ginger, garlic, chilies and a hint of sesame. The dish is bright, aromatic and perfect served over rice for a satisfying vegetarian main course.

MediumChineseServes 4

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Source Video
41m
Prep
13m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 4m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$3.85
Total cost
$0.96
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Soaking eggplant in vinegar water to prevent oxidation
  • Resting with salt to draw out moisture
  • Coating with cornstarch before frying
  • Short, high‑heat fry to keep eggplant tender and not soggy
  • Adding sauce at the right temperature to avoid over‑cooking

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can splatter – use a splatter guard and keep face away.
  • Handle the hot pan with oven mitts to avoid burns.

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