Description

Spicy-Sweet Eggplant Stir-Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that seamlessly blends the rich taste of eggplant with a sweet and spicy sauce. Quick to whip up, this stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights or dazzling dinner parties. With its minimal prep time and customizable ingredients, you can easily create a culinary masterpiece that will delight your family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

2 medium eggplants (about 400g), cubed
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp sesame oil (for frying)
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

Wash and cut the eggplants and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), and chili flakes. Toss in the eggplant cubes until well coated.
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic and chopped bell peppers for about 3 minutes until softened.
Add marinated eggplants to the skillet; stir-fry for 5-8 minutes until tender and caramelized but not mushy.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more chili flakes or soy sauce if desired.
Serve hot, garnishing with sliced green onions alongside rice or noodles.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 590mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For added protein, include tofu or tempeh. Swap in vegetables like zucchini or snap peas for variety. Enhance flavor with fresh herbs such as basil or cilantro.