Delicious Oyster Sauce Stir-Fried Eggplant
Easy and Flavorful Oyster Sauce Eggplant Stir-Fry Recipe
Craving a simple yet delicious side dish? This Oyster Sauce Stir-Fried Eggplant is perfect for you! Made with just two eggplants, this recipe uses oyster sauce to create a delightful sweet and savory flavor profile, with a touch of salt to adjust to your taste. It’s a quick and easy way to add a wonderful dish to your meal rotation. Enjoy this versatile and flavorful eggplant stir-fry! (Measurements are in tablespoon (Tbsp) and assume standard Korean rice spoon size. Adjust seasoning to your preference.)
Oyster Sauce Eggplant Stir-Fry Ingredients- 2 eggplants
- 102g onion (approx. 1/2 medium onion)
- 33g green onion (approx. 1/4 stalk)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.7 Tbsp sesame oil (approx. 1/2 Tbsp)
- 5 Tbsp grapeseed oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Oyster Sauce Eggplant Stir-Fry Seasoning- 1.2 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 3-4 pinches of salt
- 1.2 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 3-4 pinches of salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, thoroughly wash the eggplants under running water, gently rubbing them with your hands. Trim off both ends, then cut each eggplant in half lengthwise. Slice them into approximately 2-3mm thick pieces. While the exact shape and thickness are flexible, try to avoid cutting them too thick or too thin for optimal texture.
Step 2
Finely chop the green onion (33g). Slice the onion (102g) into thin strips, about the same thickness as the eggplant slices. Have 1 Tbsp of minced garlic ready; this will make the cooking process smoother.
Step 3
In a stir-fry pan, add 1 Tbsp of minced garlic and 5 Tbsp of grapeseed oil. Cook over medium heat until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. This step infuses the oil with garlic flavor, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
Step 4
Once the garlic is fragrant, add the sliced onion and eggplant to the pan. Continue to stir-fry over medium heat, gently tossing the ingredients, until the eggplant becomes tender and slightly translucent. This usually takes about 3-4 minutes, but can vary depending on the thickness and amount of eggplant used.
Step 5
When the eggplant is tender, pour in 1.2 Tbsp of oyster sauce. Stir well to coat all the ingredients evenly, continuing to cook over medium heat. Taste the stir-fry at this point to gauge the seasoning.
Step 6
If the stir-fry tastes a bit bland, add 3-4 pinches of salt to adjust the seasoning according to your preference. Remember that oyster sauce already contains salt, so add it gradually.
Step 7
Once the seasoning is perfect, add the chopped green onions. Stir-fry quickly over high heat for about 30 seconds, just until the green onions are fragrant. Then, immediately turn off the heat.
Step 8
Turn off the heat and drizzle in 0.7 Tbsp of sesame oil. Gently toss everything together to ensure the sesame oil coats the stir-fry evenly, adding a wonderful aroma.
Step 9
Finally, sprinkle a generous pinch of toasted sesame seeds over the dish. Your delicious Oyster Sauce Stir-Fried Eggplant is now ready to be served! Enjoy it with a warm bowl of rice.
