Nosa Bong’s Style Stir-Fried Eggplant: A Flavorful Kickstart to Your Meal
Recreating the ‘Nosa Bong Eggplant Stir-fry’ from ‘My Little Old Boy’
I was inspired by Nosa Bong’s delicious-looking stir-fried eggplant featured on the TV show ‘My Little Old Boy’ and decided to try recreating it at home! I was curious about its unique taste, and the result was surprisingly simple and utterly delightful. The tender eggplant combined with a perfectly balanced sweet, sour, and savory sauce is an absolute appetite stimulant. This recipe is your shortcut to a fantastic homemade side dish.
Main Ingredients- 3 Eggplants
- 2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 1/4 Green Chili Pepper (optional)
- 1/4 Red Chili Pepper (optional)
- Generous amount of Cooking Oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start making Nosa Bong’s incredibly popular stir-fried eggplant recipe! First, wash the eggplants thoroughly and pat them dry. Then, cut them into your desired shape and size. You can slice them lengthwise or into half-moon shapes. Since they will shrink when cooked, it’s best not to cut them too thinly. Aim for a bite-sized portion.
Step 2
Pour a generous amount of cooking oil into a frying pan and add the prepared eggplant slices. Eggplants absorb oil readily, so using enough oil will prevent them from becoming dry and ensure they cook up tender and moist. Stir-fry the eggplant, flipping them occasionally, until they are golden brown and softened. Cooking them over medium heat until they are tender is key.
Step 3
Once the eggplant is cooked to your liking, it’s time to add the special sauce. Precisely measure and pour in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of vinegar into the pan.
Step 4
The 2:2:2 ratio for the sauce is wonderfully simple, isn’t it? This straightforward ratio makes it easy to achieve a delicious result. Gently toss and stir the eggplant with a spatula to ensure the sauce coats every piece evenly. Cooking over medium-low heat will prevent the sauce from burning and allow the flavors to meld beautifully into the eggplant.
Step 5
As the sauce thickens and coats the eggplant, add 2 tablespoons of minced garlic and stir-fry briefly to release its fragrant aroma. Next, add the chopped green and red chili peppers to add a splash of color and a hint of spice. If you enjoy a bit more heat, feel free to increase the chili pepper quantity. Finally, sprinkle in a pinch of black pepper for an extra layer of flavor.
Step 6
When all the ingredients are well combined and glistening with the sauce, turn off the heat. Finish by sprinkling a generous pinch of sesame seeds over the top. The addition of nutty sesame seeds makes this stir-fried eggplant even more appealing. Enjoy this delightfully sweet, sour, and savory dish, perfect as a side for rice or even as a flavorful snack!
