{"id":9777,"date":"2023-01-22T02:26:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-22T10:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/?p=9777"},"modified":"2024-02-28T01:15:44","modified_gmt":"2024-02-28T09:15:44","slug":"eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce\/","title":{"rendered":"Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Eggplant with spicy garlic sauce<\/strong> is a quick stir-fry, perfect with steamed rice and grilled fish or meat. Vegetarian-friendly and ready in just 30 minutes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-description=\"Eggplant with spicy garlic sauce is a quick stir-fry, perfect with steamed rice and grilled fish or meat. Vegetarian-friendly and ready in just 30 minutes!\" data-pin-title=\"Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce.jpg\" alt=\"Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce in a pan\" class=\"wp-image-53319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-675x900.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-680x907.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-730x973.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-91x121.jpg 91w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Eggplant is a staple in my kitchen. It's relatively expensive, nutritious, and lends well to various preparations, such as roasting, stewing, pan-frying, and steaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I love a good <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/tortang-talong\/\">eggplant omelet<\/a> for breakfast or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/binagoongan-talong\/\">binagoongan talong<\/a> over piping hot steamed rice for lunch, but a simple stir fry with spicy garlic sauce is my favorite way to cook this berry. And yes, it is, botanically speaking, a fruit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe is quick and easy but packs big, bold flavors. With just a handful of ingredients and in less than 30 minutes, you'll have a fantastic side dish perfect to pair with lots of rice and grilled fish or meat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredient-substitutions\"> Ingredient substitutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-description=\"This simple Eggplant with spicy garlic sauce stir fry is ready in minutes. Packed with bold flavor, serve with rice alongside chicken or fish for a delicious meal.\" data-pin-title=\"Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2.jpg\" alt=\"eggplants, chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, ginger, oil, green onions, brown sugar in bowls\" class=\"wp-image-53318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-675x900.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-680x907.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-730x973.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-91x121.jpg 91w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-2-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-layout-flow wp-block-list-is-layout-flow\">\n<li><strong>Eggplant<\/strong>- the long, skinny Asian eggplant variety works best in this recipe. You can use medium-sized Italian or large globe eggplants in a pinch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chili garlic sauce<\/strong>- my favorite brands are Hoy Fung or Lee Kum Kee. If you'd like to use fresh garlic and chili peppers instead of the sauce, adjust the amount of vinegar, salt, and sugar to taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chinese black vinegar<\/strong>- also called Chinkiang vinegar. You can substitute balsamic vinegar, but make sure to taste test as some balsamic vinegar can be very sweet and syrupy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fish-fragrant-sauce\">Fish fragrant sauce<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-description=\"Eggplant with spicy garlic sauce is a quick stir-fry, perfect with steamed rice and grilled fish or meat. Vegetarian-friendly and ready in just 30 minutes!\" data-pin-title=\"Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1.jpg\" alt=\"making spicy garlic sauce in a bowl\" class=\"wp-image-53381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-675x900.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-680x907.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-730x973.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-91x121.jpg 91w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-1-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The sauce was inspired by <em>yuxiang<\/em> or fish fragrant, a popular seasoning mixture in Sichuanese cuisine. This Chinese sauce is traditionally made with pickled chili peppers, garlic, ginger, scallions, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar, resulting in a complex medley of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing eggplant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-description=\"This simple Eggplant with spicy garlic sauce stir fry is ready in minutes. Packed with bold flavor, serve with rice alongside chicken or fish for a delicious meal.\" data-pin-title=\"Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5.jpg\" alt=\"pouring sauce in pan\" class=\"wp-image-53405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-675x900.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-680x907.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-730x973.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-91x121.jpg 91w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-5-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-layout-flow wp-block-list-is-layout-flow\">\n<li><strong>Peel or not to peel<\/strong>- the skin is edible and contains some essential nutrients. It also provides structure, keeping the flesh together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prevent enzymatic browning<\/strong>- freshly cut eggplant quickly turns black due to oxidation. Immediately plunge eggplant after cutting in a bowl of cold water with a few drops of lemon juice to prevent discoloration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>To salt or not to salt<\/strong>- old cooking practices call for salting the eggplant before cooking to draw out excess moisture and help mask the bitterness.  It can't hurt, but it's not necessary. Advancements in farming have long bred out the unpleasant flavor, and current varieties of eggplant have a sweeter, more palatable taste.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Frying<\/strong>- eggplants are like sponges and absorb much oil during frying. For less fat, roast the eggplant in the oven instead. Toss with about 1 tablespoon of olive or canola oil, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet, and bake in a preheated 450 F oven for about 20 to 25 minutes or until soft and caramelized but not falling apart.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"callout-block_a557327e74d1ab3f8246730c725f2f71\" class=\"oc-gutenberg-block oc-recipe-tip-block callout__default\">\n\n\t<span class=\"callout--icon__default\"><span class=\"block-icon-tip\"><\/span><\/span>\n\n\t<div class=\"callout--content__default\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"callout--title__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\tQuick tip\n\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"callout--text__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<p>Add crispy fried tofu cubes for a hearty vegan protein option!<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><h2 class=\"custom-faq-title\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1709146297485\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long does it take to cook eggplant?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Cooking time depends on the size and variety. Fully cooked eggplant is slightly wrinkled, lightly browned on the outside, and creamy on the inside.<\/p> <\/details> <details class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1709146614914\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What draws out bitterness from eggplants?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Salting the eggplant and draining well before cooking removes excess moisture and bitter taste.<\/p> <\/details> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-serve-and-store\">How to serve and store<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-description=\"This simple Eggplant with spicy garlic sauce stir fry is ready in minutes. Packed with bold flavor, serve with rice alongside chicken or fish for a delicious meal.\" data-pin-title=\"Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3.jpg\" alt=\"talong stir-fry in a white bowl with steamed rice and fried fish on the side\" class=\"wp-image-53320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-675x900.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-680x907.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-730x973.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-91x121.jpg 91w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/eggplant-with-spicy-garlic-sauce-3-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-layout-flow wp-block-list-is-layout-flow\">\n<li>Serve with steamed rice as a main or side dish for lunch or dinner. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store leftovers in a container with a tight-fitting lid and refrigerate for up to 3 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reheat in a wide pan at medium heat or microwave at 1 to 2-minute intervals to 165 F.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"posts-block_66cede2ef4b8411a930613db28f40c65\" class=\"oc-gutenberg-block oc-related-posts-block posts__default\">\n\n\t<span class=\"posts--icon__default\"><\/span>\n\n\t<div class=\"posts--content__default\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"posts--title__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\tMore eggplant recipes\n\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"posts--posts__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/ginataang-talong\/\" class=\"posts--post__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"113\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7.jpg\" class=\"posts--post-image__default entry-image\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7-730x973.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7-91x121.jpg 91w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7-680x907.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7-675x900.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/ginataang-talong-7-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 113px) 100vw, 113px\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"posts--post-title__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGinataang Talong\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/tortang-talong\/\" class=\"posts--post__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"113\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3.jpg\" class=\"posts--post-image__default entry-image\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3-730x973.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3-91x121.jpg 91w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3-680x907.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3-675x900.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/03\/tortang-talong-3-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 113px) 100vw, 113px\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"posts--post-title__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTortang Talong\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/eggplant-and-tomato-torta\/\" class=\"posts--post__default\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"113\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3.jpg\" class=\"posts--post-image__default entry-image\" alt=\"\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3-675x900.jpg 675w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3-680x907.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3-45x60.jpg 45w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3-650x867.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3-730x973.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.kawalingpinoy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/eggplant-tomato-torta-3-91x121.jpg 91w, 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d=\"M11.99,1.94c-.35,0-.67.19-.83.51l-2.56,5.2c-.11.24-.34.4-.61.43l-5.75.83c-.35.05-.64.3-.74.64-.11.34,0,.7.22.94l4.16,4.05c.19.19.27.45.22.7l-.98,5.72c-.06.35.1.7.37.9.29.21.66.24.98.08l5.14-2.71h0c.24-.13.51-.13.75,0l5.14,2.71c.32.16.69.13.98-.08.29-.21.43-.56.37-.9l-.98-5.72h0c-.05-.26.05-.53.22-.7l4.16-4.05h0c.26-.24.34-.61.22-.94s-.4-.58-.74-.64l-5.75-.83c-.26-.03-.48-.21-.61-.43l-2.56-5.2c-.16-.32-.48-.53-.83-.51,0,0-.02,0-.02,0Z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-details wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-average\">5<\/span> from <span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-count\">3<\/span> votes<\/div><\/div><\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-normal\">Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce<\/h2>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">This simple Eggplant with spicy garlic sauce stir fry is ready in minutes. Packed with bold flavor, serve with rice alongside chicken or fish for a delicious meal.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-entry-info\">\n\n\t\t\t<span class='icon-font icon-font-custom icon-clock'><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separate wprm-block-text-normal 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oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">medium Asian eggplants, stems removed and cut into 1-inch pieces<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chili garlic sauce<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">soy sauce<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">balsamic vinegar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">brown sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">thumb-size ginger, peeled and minced<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">green onions, chopped<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-29813 wprm-unit-conversion-container-links wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"29813\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/a><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"29813\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n    \n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-29813-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-29813-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"29813\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-29813-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a wide pan over medium heat, heat about 2 tablespoons of oil. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-29813-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add eggplant in a single layer and cook, turning as needed, until lightly browned. With a slotted spoon, remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-29813-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a bowl, combine chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, water, and brown sugar. Whisk together until blended.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-29813-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In the pan over medium heat, add and heat another 1 tablespoon of oil as needed. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-29813-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add ginger and cook, stirring regularly, until fragrant. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-29813-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add eggplants and green onions and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring regularly.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-29813-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add chili garlic sauce mixture and bring to a boil. Continue to cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until the sauce is reduced. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-29813-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Season with salt to taste. Serve hot.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-29813-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ul>\n<li>To prevent discoloration, immediately plunge eggplant after cutting in a bowl of cold water with a few drops of lemon juice.<\/li>\n<li>Eggplant absorbs plenty of oil; you may need to add more oil, a tablespoon at a time, during the brief pan-frying.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-29813-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition Information<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">217<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">20<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1389<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">580<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">112<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">31<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t\n<div class=\"featured-content block-disclosure recipe-disclosure nutrition-disclosure\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div 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