STIR-FRIED NOODLES WITH EGGPLANT AND BASIL

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Stir-Fried Noodles with Eggplant and Basil image

Instead of eggplant, you can also use thinly sliced zucchini or shiitake mushrooms in the tasty Asian dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces lo mein noodles
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon light-brown sugar
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 pound Japanese or other small eggplant, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4 inch thick
5 scallions, white and green parts separated and thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, torn, for serving

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package instructions; drain noodles and rinse with cold water. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar and stir until sugar dissolves.
  • Heat a large skillet or wok over high until hot. Add 3 teaspoons vegetable oil and swirl to coat skillet. Add eggplant and stir until golden on both sides, 4 minutes total. Push eggplant to side of skillet and add 1 teaspoon oil. Add scallion whites and garlic and stir until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add noodles and soy mixture and toss to combine all the ingredients. Serve topped with scallion greens and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 9 g

Jiana Lentino
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This recipe is a waste of time. Don't bother making it.


Jonathan Platts
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Overall, I was disappointed with this recipe. I don't think I'll be making it again.


SK RONY
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I think I would have liked this dish better if I had used a different type of noodle.


Oluyemi Taiwo
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The noodles were a bit too soft for my liking.


Firdus islam
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I found the dish to be a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


L Vang
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The eggplant was a bit too oily for my taste.


Both John
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I'm not sure I did something wrong, but my dish didn't turn out as flavorful as I expected.


Bonnie
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover noodles.


Md jony Prodhan
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I made this dish for my vegetarian friends and they loved it. It's a great meatless meal.


Danish Ansari
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Asim Shahzada
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I'm not a big fan of eggplant, but I really enjoyed this dish. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the flavors were great.


Carlos calderon
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I added some chicken to this dish and it was delicious. It's a great way to get some extra protein.


Just_as _luke
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover eggplant.


hussein shabakji
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great weeknight meal.


Ahtisham Rafay
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This is my new favorite noodle dish. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Rajwan Simul
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Logez
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The flavors in this dish are amazing! The eggplant and basil complement each other perfectly.


Mr elgepaly
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Myles Cullen
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This stir-fried noodle dish was a hit with my family! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, the basil added a nice freshness, and the overall dish was well-balanced and delicious.