Steamed Eggplant
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Steamed Eggplant

timer 10 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Recipe
Steamed Eggplant

About This Recipe

This Steamed Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines tender eggplant and carrots with a bold, aromatic stir-fry topping. The vegetables are lightly salted and steamed to perfection, then drizzled with a savory blend of oyster sauce and soy sauce for a rich umami base. A sizzling mix of ginger, garlic, and Sichuan peppercorns adds a fragrant kick, while diced red and green peppers bring a fresh crunch. Finished with a drizzle of fermented bean oil, nutty sesame oil, and scallions, this dish is garnished with goji berries for a touch of sweetness and color. The result is a harmonious balance of textures and flavors—soft steamed veggies, spicy aromatics, and a hint of smokiness. Perfect as a side or a light main, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy eggplant with an irresistible Sichuan-inspired twist!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 10m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • eggplant 350g
The aromatics
  • carrot 100g
  • red pepper 50g
  • green pepper 50g
  • goji berries 10g
  • scallions 20g
The sauce & seasonings
  • oyster sauce 2 tbsp
  • soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • ginger 10g
  • garlic 5g
  • Sichuan peppercorns 1 tsp
  • fermented bean oil 1 tbsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp

menu_book Directions

1
Step 1
Step 1
Cut the eggplant and carrot into oblique slices, rub some salt evenly, and place them on a plate.
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Step 2
Step 2
Put the steamer on, add cold water to the pot, and boil over high heat.
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Step 3
Step 3
After boiling, remove the lid and pour in the sauce made from oyster sauce and soy sauce (be careful not to be too salty).
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Step 4
Step 4
Switch the steamer to medium-low heat and continue steaming. Heat another pan to stir-fry ginger, garlic, and Sichuan peppercorns.
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Step 5
Step 5
Add diced red and green peppers later.
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Step 6
Step 6
Pour the stir-fried seasonings over the eggplant, and garnish with a few goji berries (be careful not to get scalded by the steam).
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Step 7
Step 7
Before turning off the heat, drizzle a little fermented bean oil, sesame oil, and scallions. Turn off the heat, simmer for 3 minutes, and then serve!

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