Stir-fried Dried Eggplant: A Delicious Side Dish
Nutritious and Flavorful Dried Eggplant Stir-fry Recipe
This stir-fried dried eggplant offers a wonderfully chewy yet tender texture, making it a beloved side dish for all ages. Rehydrating dried eggplant brings out a unique and appealing chewiness, different from fresh eggplant. With simple seasonings, you can achieve a deep, savory flavor, perfect for a quick meal on busy days. Create a delicious and healthy meal with these wholesome ingredients!
Main Ingredients- 40g Dried Eggplant (approx. 2 handfuls)
- 1/2 medium Onion, thinly sliced
Seasoning Ingredients- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Fish Sauce (e.g., anchovy or sand lance)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Natural Seasoning (optional, can omit if unavailable)
- Cooking Oil (for stir-frying)
- Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
- 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Fish Sauce (e.g., anchovy or sand lance)
- 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1 Tbsp Natural Seasoning (optional, can omit if unavailable)
- Cooking Oil (for stir-frying)
- Sesame Seeds (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the dried eggplant. Place 40g of dried eggplant in a bowl of cold water and soak for about 30 minutes until fully rehydrated. This process softens the eggplant, allowing it to absorb seasonings better for a more delicious result.
Step 2
Once rehydrated, drain the eggplant and rinse it thoroughly under cold running water. Gently squeeze out as much excess water as possible with your hands. Removing excess water is crucial to prevent a mushy texture and achieve the desired chewy consistency when stir-fried.
Step 3
Peel and wash the onion, then thinly slice it into strips. Prepare a wok or frying pan. Add the squeezed dried eggplant and the sliced onion to the pan.
Step 4
Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and 1/2 tablespoon of fish sauce to the pan. Drizzle in an adequate amount of cooking oil. Stir-fry over medium-low heat using a spatula, mixing the ingredients gently. Continue stir-frying until the onion becomes translucent and the eggplant softens.
Step 5
Once the eggplant and onion are partially cooked, add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of natural seasoning for added flavor. Stir gently again to ensure the garlic and seasoning are evenly distributed. Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds for a nutty aroma and taste.
Step 6
Toss everything together briefly to combine all the ingredients and seasonings. Your delicious stir-fried dried eggplant is now ready! Serve it over warm rice for a delightful meal. It can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
