Soy-Ginger Braised Eggplant with Sesame Rice

Name: Soy-Ginger Braised Eggplant with Sesame Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 medium, cubed eggplant; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger; 2 cups cooked rice; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds; 1 tsp sugar; 1/4 cup water

Velvety eggplant simmered in a savory soy-ginger glaze, paired with nutty sesame rice for a satisfying vegetarian meal.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

2 medium, cubed eggplant
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
2 cups cooked rice
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
1 tsp sugar
1/4 cup water

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add eggplant cubes and cook for 4 minutes until lightly browned on edges.
Step 2: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
Step 3: Cover and braise for 12-15 minutes until eggplant is tender and sauce has thickened to coat the back of a spoon.
Step 4: Serve over 2 cups cooked rice, garnished with 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds.