Soy-Glazed Korean Eggplant Stir Fry with Garlic and Scallions

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

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Sautéed eggplant tossed in a savory soy glaze with garlic and scallions, delivering layers of umami and tender texture in every bite. This Korean recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Japanese eggplant, vegetable oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium (about 1 pound) Japanese eggplant
3 tbsp vegetable oil
3 cloves minced garlic
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 cup water
3 stalks green onions
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut 2 medium Japanese eggplants into 1-inch chunks. Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the eggplant pieces and sauté for 6-8 minutes until they soften and edges begin to brown.
Step 2: Add 3 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/4 cup water, letting the sauce simmer and thicken slightly, coating the eggplant evenly.
Step 3: Chop 3 green onions and add them to the skillet along with 1 tsp toasted sesame oil. Toss everything together for 1 more minute until bright and aromatic.
Step 4: Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top to finish with a nutty crunch.