Spicy Glazed Eggplant

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
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Spicy Glazed Eggplant
60 min.
6
76kcal

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Are you on the hunt for a delightful side dish that packs a punch of flavor while remaining completely plant-based? Look no further than this Spicy Glazed Eggplant! This dish is not only vegetarian and vegan; it happens to be gluten-free and dairy-free as well, making it perfect for anyone with dietary restrictions. With vibrant Asian eggplants at its core, this recipe showcases the beautiful balance of sweet and spicy, elevating your meal to new heights.

Imagine tender, velvety eggplant pieces, sautéed to golden perfection and coated in a luscious glaze made from mirin and soy sauce, with a special kick from Japanese seven-spice powder. The addition of finely grated ginger infuses the dish with an aromatic warmth, ensuring each bite teases your taste buds with just the right amount of heat. Topped with fresh chives, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious, providing a pop of color on your plate.

Best of all, this recipe comes together in just 60 minutes, making it an efficient yet impressive addition to your dinner table. Whether you’re looking to spice up your weeknight dinners or searching for the perfect dish to serve at gatherings, Spicy Glazed Eggplant is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it hot or at room temperature for a versatile side that satisfies both taste and nutrition!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon shichimi togarashi to taste (sometimes labeled "shichimi togarashi")
  • tablespoon chives finely chopped
  • 0.3 pounds eggplant trimmed halved lengthwise ( 4)
  • 0.5 teaspoon ginger finely grated peeled (use a Microplane)
  • tablespoons rice wine sweet (Japanese rice wine)
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • colander

Directions

  1. Toss eggplant with 1 teaspoon salt and drain in a colander, stirring occasionally, 45 minutes.
  2. Rinse eggplant under cold water and dry well, pressing out any excess moisture.
  3. Stir together mirin, soy sauce, ginger, and seven-spice powder.
  4. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then sauté eggplant until browned, about 8 minutes. Stir in mirin mixture and cook, gently stirring and turning frequently, until sauce becomes a glaze and eggplant is browned and tender, about 1 minute.
  5. Serve hot or at room temperature, sprinkled with chives.
  6. • Eggplant can be sliced, salted, rinsed, and pressed 1 day ahead. Chill, covered.• Eggplant, without chives, can be made 2 hours ahead and kept at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories76kcal
Protein4.8%
Fat85.41%
Carbs9.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.5
Glycemic Load
0.21
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.7886956489604%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
16.2mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:75.54kcal
3.78%
Fat:6.85g
10.54%
Saturated Fat:1.05g
6.54%
Carbohydrates:1.77g
0.59%
Net Carbohydrates:1.12g
0.41%
Sugar:0.78g
0.87%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:336.36mg
14.62%
Alcohol:0.81g
100%
Alcohol %:2.73%
100%
Protein:0.87g
1.73%
Vitamin K:14.28µg
13.6%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.2%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.84%
Fiber:0.65g
2.58%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.85%
Potassium:60.23mg
1.72%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.49%
Folate:5.79µg
1.45%
Magnesium:5.69mg
1.42%
Phosphorus:13.11mg
1.31%
Copper:0.03mg
1.27%
Iron:0.21mg
1.16%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious