Best 5 Spicy Eggplant Stir Fry Recipes

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If you're searching for a quick, hearty and wholesome plant-based meal, look no further! This spicy eggplant stir-fry is made with fresh eggplant, bell peppers, and a variety of aromatic spices. It's a great way to enjoy the bold flavors of eggplant and can be served as a main dish or side. A flavor-packed sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil adds a delicious savory flavor. With a bit of heat from red pepper flakes and garlic, this dish is sure to be a hit. And if you're short on time, you can easily substitute ground turkey or chicken for the tofu. No matter how you choose to make it, this spicy eggplant stir-fry is sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY EGGPLANT



Spicy Eggplant image

Stir-fried eggplant with onion in a delicious spicy sauce. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Provided by venymae

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 Japanese eggplants, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 ½ tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon Asian (toasted) sesame oil

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until almost smoking. Cook and stir the eggplant cubes until they begin to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the eggplant with a slotted spoon, and set aside.
  • Heat 2 more tablespoons of oil in the skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the onions just until they begin to soften, about 30 seconds. Stir in the garlic, and cook and stir an additional 30 seconds. Mix in the soy sauce, water, oyster sauce, chili garlic sauce, sugar, and black pepper, and stir to form a smooth sauce. Return the eggplant to the skillet, lower the heat, and allow the vegetables and sauce to simmer until the eggplant is tender and almost all the liquid has been absorbed, about 5 minutes. Drizzle sesame oil over the dish, and give one final brief stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 13.8 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 444.5 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

SPICY EGGPLANT STIR-FRY



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Fresh basil adds a sweet taste to balance out the peppery flavor of this quick and easy spicy eggplant stir-fry.

Provided by Marcia

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 large eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add oil and pepper flakes and allow to sizzle for 15 to 20 seconds. Add eggplant and toss in the oil. Cook, stirring every minute, until it just begins to char, about 5 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; stir-fry for 3 minutes.
  • Drizzle with soy sauce and vinegar, sprinkle with brown sugar and cornstarch, then toss to coat all of the vegetables. Cook until sauce has thickened, about 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat, add basil, and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 912.6 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

P F CHANG'S STIR-FRIED SPICY EGGPLANT



P F Chang's Stir-Fried Spicy Eggplant image

This is a copycat recipe for P F Chang's Stir-Fried Spicy Eggplant (Chinese eggplant tossed in a spicy vegetarian sauce with chili paste and scallions).

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb eggplant, peeled cut into 1-inch dice
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons water to make a paste
vegetable oil, for deep-frying
2 tablespoons vegetarian oyster sauce
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon sambal oelek chili paste
1/2 teaspoon ground bean sauce (recommend Koon Chun brand)
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Combine all Spicy Sauce ingredients and mix well.
  • In a wok or large frying pan, deep-fry eggplant at 350 degrees F for 1 minute. Remove eggplant and drain on paper towels.
  • Meanwhile remove all but 1/2 teaspoon of oil from wok. On high heat, stir-fry garlic for 5 seconds then add Spicy Sauce. Reduce heat and let sauce simmer 20 seconds.
  • Add eggplant and mix well. Simmer for another 10 seconds. Stir in cornstarch paste a little at a time until desired consistency. Serve immediately.

SZECHUAN SPICY EGGPLANT



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Folks who love spicy food will approve of this fantastic meat and eggplant dish! This is a recipe from my Chinese mother, whose cooking is unsurpassable. Adjust the amount of chili sauce to suit your taste. Serve over hot rice.

Provided by ANGWEN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (1 1/2 pound) eggplant
4 tablespoons soy sauce
¼ cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon chili sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 tablespoons water
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 large green onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger root
¼ pound fresh shrimp - peeled, deveined, and diced
⅓ pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Remove the eggplant stem and cut into 1-inch cubes. In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, chicken stock, chili sauce, sugar, ground black pepper and oyster sauce. Stir together well and set aside. In a separate small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water, and set aside.
  • Coat a large, deep pan with cooking spray over high heat and allow a few minutes for it to get very hot. Saute the garlic, half of the green onions, ginger and dried shrimp, if using (see Cook's Note) for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until they begin to brown. Stir in the ground beef or pork and cook for 3 more minutes, again stirring constantly, until browned.
  • Pour the eggplant into the pan and stir all together. Pour the reserved soy sauce mixture over all, cover the pan, reduce heat to medium low and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If you're using fresh shrimp, add it during the last few minutes of cooking. Stir in the reserved cornstarch mixture and let heat until thickened. Finally, stir in the rest of the green onions and the sesame oil.
  • Serve over hot rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.5 calories, Carbohydrate 61.6 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1078.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CHICKEN EGGPLANT STIR-FRY



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A quick way to prepare chicken. Can be served with fried rice. I sometimes add sweet red peppers for more color and vitamins. Serve on its own or with rice.

Provided by Questoria

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ large eggplant, sliced into rounds
⅛ teaspoon salt
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves , cut into cubes
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 cups spinach

Steps:

  • Sprinkle salt evenly over both sides of eggplant slices; set aside for 5 minutes. Cut eggplant into cubes.
  • Cook and stir chicken, garlic, and soy sauce together in a large skillet over medium heat until the chicken is nearly cooked through, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir mushrooms and black pepper into the chicken mixture; continue cooking until the mushrooms brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Heat canola oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Cook eggplant in hot canola oil until lightly browned; add to skillet with the chicken.
  • Stir spinach through the chicken and eggplant mixture; cook and stir until the spinach wilts, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 599.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • To ensure even cooking, cut the eggplant into uniform-sized pieces.
  • Use a well-seasoned wok or large skillet to prevent the eggplant from sticking.
  • Cook the eggplant over high heat, stirring constantly, to prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan, or the eggplant will not cook evenly.
  • Add the sauce ingredients in stages, tasting after each addition to adjust the flavors to your preference.
  • Serve the stir-fry immediately over rice or noodles, or as a side dish.

Conclusion:

This spicy eggplant stir-fry is a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy this versatile vegetable. The combination of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors makes it a perfect dish for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a vegetarian main course or a flavorful side dish, this stir-fry is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook eggplant, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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