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Sticky Garlic Eggplant – Sweet, Savory & Addictively Saucy

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A flavorful plant-based dish with pan-seared eggplant tossed in a sticky, garlicky soy-based sauce — sweet, savory, and packed with umami.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Chinese eggplants, cut into chunks

  • 3 tbsp oil (divided)

  • 4–5 garlic cloves, minced

  • ¼ cup soy sauce or tamari

  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 1 tsp sesame oil

  • ¼ tsp chili flakes or 1 tsp Sriracha (optional)

  • 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)

  • Toppings: green onions, sesame seeds, herbs

Instructions

  • Pan-fry eggplant in 2 tbsp oil until golden and tender. Set aside.

  • Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl.

  • In skillet, sauté garlic in 1 tbsp oil until fragrant.

  • Add eggplant back, pour in sauce, and stir until thickened and sticky.

  • Garnish with toppings and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Roast or air-fry eggplant for less oil

  • Add tofu or veggies for variation

  • Keeps well for meal prep

Find it online: https://dailywholekitchen.com/sticky-garlic-eggplant-sweet-savory-addictively-saucy/