JAPANESE EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) WITH TOFU

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This is a quick, healthy meal I discovered when I didn't have all of the ingredients to make a Moosewood stuffed eggplant recipe. Double the sauce if you want extra sauce for your rice.

Provided by Teej4734

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 40m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon sherry wine
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon fresh peeled gingerroot, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1 tablespoon light sesame oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1 (18 ounce) carton firm tofu or 1 (18 ounce) carton extra firm tofu, drained and patted dry with paper towels, diced
5 Japanese eggplants, halved and cut into 1/2 pieces
3 cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In small saucepan over medium heat, bring sherry, dark sesame oil, garlic, ginger root, vinegar, and 1 TBS of the soy sauce to a low simmer.
  • Thoroughly stir cornstarch into water until well blended and add to saucepan.
  • Simmer sauce until thickened, then turn off heat, cover and set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat for 1 minute, then add the light sesame oil (or vegetable oil) and heat the oil for a minute.
  • Add the chopped onion to the skillet, and saute until tender but not golden.
  • Add the diced tofu to the skillet and saute up to 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  • Add the eggplant and sprinkle with remaining 1 TBS of soy sauce, and saute until tender but not mushy.
  • Stir in sauce.
  • Serve over brown rice.

Praise Efeturi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant. It's also a healthy and delicious dish.


Bongie Ngwenya
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my eggplant was really tough. I think I might have cooked it for too long.


Tito Torres
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The eggplant was a bit overcooked and the sauce was a bit bland.


Shabnam Naseem
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great for people who like spicy food.


Somila Myeko
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The eggplant is always tender and the sauce is flavorful. I highly recommend this dish.


Hi Hello
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was delicious and the eggplant was cooked perfectly.


Adokiye Rhema
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the way the eggplant and tofu soak up the sauce. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


kwame koomson
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The guests raved about the flavors and the presentation.


warunkar Juned
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This recipe was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the flavors and the eggplant was cooked perfectly.


Yeshey Ongmo
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my eggplant was mushy. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Sienna Davis
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Bimlesh Mahhato
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The eggplant and tofu were both cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and well-balanced. I would definitely make this again.


Tahani Alsaeed
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Wow, this recipe is a keeper! The eggplant and tofu were cooked to perfection, and the sauce was incredible. I highly recommend this dish.


Danny Hickton
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This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I loved the combination of eggplant and tofu, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Freeman T Joshua
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I tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the tofu was nice and crispy.


Rowland Benstowe
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This Japanese Eggplant with Tofu dish was a delightful culinary experience! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the sweet and savory sauce complementing the tender eggplant and tofu. I especially enjoyed the crispy texture of the eggplant, whic