Steamed Eggplant with Garlic Sauce
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Steamed Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

timer 15 MIN
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person 4 servings
Recipe
Steamed Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

About This Recipe

This steamed eggplant with garlic paste is a simple yet flavorful dish that highlights the natural sweetness of tender eggplants paired with aromatic garlic. Perfect as a healthy side or light meal, the eggplants are steamed to perfection—soft and juicy—then tossed with a rich, savory garlic paste. Fresh garlic is crushed into a fragrant paste, seasoned with salt, flavor enhancer, and fragrant oil for an irresistible umami kick. The result is a melt-in-your-mouth texture with bold, garlicky goodness in every bite. Quick to prepare and packed with authentic flavor, this dish is a must-try for eggplant lovers and anyone craving a delicious, fuss-free recipe. Serve it warm for the best taste!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • Eggplants 2 medium (about 200g)
The sauce & seasonings
  • Garlic 3 cloves (about 10g)
  • Flavor enhancer 1 tsp (about 5g)
  • Fragrant oil 1 tbsp (about 15ml)

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Wash the eggplants, remove the roots, and cut them into thick slices. Place water in a steamer, then add the eggplant slices. Steam for about 15 minutes, or until the eggplant slices can be easily pierced with a chopstick.
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Step 2
Step 2
While steaming the eggplants, prepare the garlic paste. Separate the garlic cloves and place them on a cutting board. Use a knife to crush the garlic, then gently shake off the garlic skin.
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Step 3
Step 3
Chop the crushed garlic into garlic mince and place it in a small bowl. Add two small spoons of salt to the bowl.
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Step 4
Step 4
Use a rolling pin to mash the garlic into a paste. Add flavor enhancer and fragrant oil to the mashed garlic to season.
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Step 5
Step 5
After the eggplants are steamed, transfer them to a large plate. Use chopsticks to separate the eggplant slices, then pour the garlic paste over them and mix well.

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