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Eggplant Teriyaki
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Eggplant Teriyaki

Stop the soak! This expertly tested Eggplant Teriyaki uses a professional dry-cure method to ensure a meaty texture and a glossy finish. Learn the secret to a perfect sear.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Keyword Eggplant, Soy Sauce, Spring Onions
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 436kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 eggplants sliced
  • a few champignons
  • 200 g noodles such as udon or soba
  • 3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons oil for frying
  • Spring onions carrots and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Cure and Dehydrate — Slice the eggplant and champignons, sprinkle generously with salt, and rest for 20 minutes. You will see "beads" of moisture forming; pat these completely dry with a towel to ensure a proper sear rather than a steam.
  • Whisk the Emulsion — Combine the teriyaki, soy, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and honey. Whisk until the honey is fully incorporated and the liquid looks uniform and dark.
  • Establish the Moisture Barrier — Heat oil in a wok until a faint wispy smoke appears. Fry the eggplant until it achieves a deep golden-brown hue and a matte finish on the flesh side.
  • Glaze for Gloss — Pour the sauce over the eggplant and increase the heat. Simmer until the liquid reduces into a thick, syrupy consistency that coats the back of a spoon with a brilliant shimmer.
  • The Final Bind — Toss the pre-cooked noodles into the skillet. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until the noodles are fully saturated and the sauce has lost its liquid "pool" at the bottom of the pan.

Nutrition

Calories: 436kcal