Embark on a culinary journey to savor the tantalizing flavors of Eggplant and Peppers in Black Bean Garlic Sauce, a delectable dish that combines the vibrant colors and textures of fresh vegetables with the rich, savory notes of black bean and garlic sauce. This vegetarian delight is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring tender eggplant and crisp bell peppers coated in a luscious sauce made from savory black beans, aromatic garlic, and a hint of spice. The recipe provides step-by-step instructions for two variations: one for a mild and creamy sauce and the other for a spicier version that packs a punch. Both variations promise an explosion of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing.
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CHINESE EGGPLANT WITH GARLIC SAUCE
Chinese eggplant with garlic sauce, or "fish fragrant eggplant" (yuxiang qiezi) is a familiar dish in many American Chinese restaurants and buffets but it's also a dish with many authentic variations in China.
Provided by Bill
Categories Vegetables
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Wash the eggplants, cut the ends off and slice them into equal sized pieces. After slicing, separate the green and white portions of the scallions into roughly two piles.
- Over very high heat, heat a tablespoon of oil in your wok. Add half of the eggplant and let it sear until brown on all sides. You can lower the heat if it looks like they're starting to burn. You want to cook the eggplant for about 5 minutes until they start to get soft and have a nice sear. Take this first batch of eggplant out of the pan, heat a second tablespoon of oil, and do the same with your second batch. Set all the cooked eggplant aside on a plate.
- Set the heat to medium high and add the last tablespoon of oil to the wok, along with the ground pork. After the pork has browned, add the ginger and cook for a minute to let it crystalize with the pork. Stir in the whole red chili peppers and the minced garlic, and after a minute, turn the heat back up to high. Add the eggplant back in, along with the stir-fry sauce, the white parts of the scallions, and the shaoxing wine. Stir-fry everything together for another 2 minutes, making sure everything is well-combined.
- Toss in the rest of the scallions and stir-fry for another 20 seconds. Plate and serve immediately with white rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 486 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EGGPLANT AND PEPPERS IN BLACK BEAN GARLIC SAUCE
Delicious! :) Makes 4 servings as a main dish. It can easily serve 6-8 if you add fried or extra firm tofu, slices of chicken breast, or white fish, and it's delicious that way, too. I've also added sliced cabbage to the vegetables.
Provided by Julesong
Categories Onions
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Wash, then cut eggplant into 3/4-inch pieces (no need to peel).
- Heat oils together in nonstick skillet or wok over high temperature. Add the minced garlic and stir-fry, stirring, for 20 seconds, then add the black bean sauce and stir-fry for 15 seconds.
- Add eggplant, peppers, and onion and stir-fry for 5 minutes.
- Add sugar, chili sauce, and water, and stir well.
- Cook for 10 to12 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are done to your preference.
- Serve immediately over hot rice.
EGGPLANT STEAKS WITH CHINESE BLACK BEAN SAUCE
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories side dish
Time 1h15m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the eggplant rounds on a double thickness of paper towels and sprinkle them with the salt. Let stand for 1 hour. Pat the eggplant dry. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet, preferably cast iron. Add the eggplant rounds in batches, cooking until they are blackened on both sides, about 3 to 4 minutes. Set aside.
- Heat the glaze in a medium-size saucepan. Whisk in the black beans, oyster sauce and pepper. Cook until the sauce is reduced to 1/2 cup. Place the eggplant rounds on a broiler pan and brush the tops generously with the black bean sauce and broil about 1 minute. Turn and brush the other side of each round with the sauce. Broil about 1 minute. Divide the eggplant among 4 plates and top with any remaining sauce. Sprinkle with scallions and serve immediately.
EGGPLANT WITH GARLIC SAUCE
A mildly spicy (or very spicy if you like) eggplant dish. My mother has been making this for me since I was a child. It is SO GOOD!!
Provided by Whats that Burning smell?
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the canola oil in a skillet over high heat. Cook and stir the eggplant until soft, about 4 minutes. Stir in the water, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder. Cover and simmer until all the water is absorbed. Meanwhile, mix sugar, cornstarch, soy sauce, and oyster sauce in a bowl until sugar and cornstarch have dissolved. Stir sauce into the eggplant, making sure to evenly coat the eggplant. Cook until the sauce has thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 13.2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 223.6 mg, Sugar 13.2 g
CHINESE EGGPLANTS (AUBERGINE) WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE
I love eggplants, but allergic to all seeds, peanuts and nuts. I cannot use commercially available hoisin sauce because it has sesame oil. I cannot make hoisin sauce because it has peanut butter, so I came up with this dish tonight to satisfy my craving for Chinese eggplants.
Provided by Nado2003
Categories Asian
Time 23m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat saucepan on medium high. Add oil, hot but not smoky.
- Add minced ginger root, garlic, white part of green onion and salt and pepper. Cook to soften.
- Add fermented black beans, smash with spoon and mix into ginger, garlic, onion mixture.
- Add chopped onion, cook to soften 2 minutes.
- Add oyster sauce and rice vinegar, mix well.
- Add eggplants and mix well.
- Add red pepper flakes, if using.
- Cook until eggplants and onion are well done.
- Taste and add soy sauce, if needed.
- Garnish with green part of onions.
- Serve with sauce over white rice.
Tips:
- Choose firm eggplants. Soft or bruised eggplants will not hold their shape well during cooking.
- Cut the eggplants and peppers into even-sized pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking the eggplants and peppers. This will prevent them from cooking properly.
- Cook the eggplants and peppers until they are tender but still have a slight crunch. Overcooked vegetables will be mushy.
- Add the black bean garlic sauce to the pan and stir to coat the vegetables. Simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the eggplant and peppers over rice or noodles. You can also serve them as a side dish.
Conclusion:
Eggplant and peppers in black bean garlic sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to cook eggplant and peppers, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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