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Braised eggplants- in the microwave

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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:8 minutes
Total Time:13 minutes
Course: Dinner
Servings: 2

Equipment

  • microwave

Ingredients

  • 2 eggplant cut into small pieces

Aromatics

  • 1-2 thai chili
  • 1 scallion (2 tbsp)
  • 5-6 cloves garlic minced (2 tbsp)

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Chinese vinegar
  • 2 tsp oyster sauce
  • 1½ tsp dark soy sauce
  • 1½ tsp sugar add less if you don't like sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  • Wash and cut the ends of the eggplant. Cut the eggplant into bite size pieces and place into a microwave safe bowl.
  • Put into the microwave uncovered for 3 minutes. This helps to cook and also reduce the amount of water in the eggplant
  • In meantime, cut the Thai chili, scallions and garlic. Set aside
  • Combine soy sauce, Chinese vinegar, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, sugar and cornstarch.
  • Once the eggplant is done, add in the Thai chili, scallions and garlic. Then add in the salt. Cover with a plate or plastic wrap and place back into the microwave for 4-5 minutes.
  • Once it’s done, pour on rice and enjoy your quick dinner!