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Steamed Eggplant with Diced Peppers
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15 MIN
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This Steamed Eggplant with Aromatic Sauce is a light yet flavorful dish that highlights the natural sweetness of eggplant, enhanced by a savory, tangy sauce. Tender eggplant strips are steamed to perfection in a Midea steamer, preserving their delicate texture and nutrients. Topped with vibrant diced peppers, the dish gets a spicy kick. The magic happens when ginger and scallions are stir-fried in fragrant oil, then combined with the rich juices from the steamed eggplant, soy sauce, and vinegar to create a mouthwatering sauce. Drizzled over the soft eggplant, this sauce adds layers of umami and freshness. Quick, healthy, and packed with bold flavors, this recipe is perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish. Steaming locks in moisture while the finishing sauce brings irresistible depth—simple ingredients, extraordinary taste!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- eggplant 300g
The aromatics
- pepper 1 medium (150g)
- ginger 10g
- scallions 2 stalks (20g)
The sauce & seasonings
- fragrant oil 1 tbsp
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Prepare the raw materials.
2

Step 2
Cut the eggplant into strips.
3

Step 3
Arrange the eggplant strips, and evenly pour the diced pepper on top.
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Step 4
Open the water tank of the Midea steamer, add purified water, and close the lid.
5

Step 5
Adjust the time.
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Step 6
After the steamer is ready, put in the eggplant.
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Step 7
Close the door and steam for about 20 minutes.
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Step 8
Cut the ginger and scallions into thin strips.
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Step 9
Heat a small amount of fragrant oil in a pan, stir-fry the ginger and scallion strips, and pour in the juice from the steamed eggplant, adding a small amount of soy sauce and vinegar to make a sauce.
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Step 10
Pour the sauce over the eggplant and serve.
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Step 11
Finished product picture.
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