Sauteed Japanese Eggplant With Ponzu Sauce
Craving a tasty eggplant recipe? This Sauteed Japanese Eggplant with Ponzu Sauce is perfect for you! Savor the tender eggplant paired perfectly with the zesty kick of our homemade sauce!
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I’ll walk you through the ingredients and step-by-step instructions. I hope you enjoy it!
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Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Sauteed Japanese Eggplant:
How To Make Sauteed Japanese Eggplant: STEP BY STEP
Here are some quick visual instructions! For the video and all the detailed ingredients and instructions, go to the printable recipe card below.
Step 1
Cut eggplant.
Step 2
Combine the ponzu sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
Step 3
Heat a frying pan over medium heat, add the sesame oil, and cook the eggplants.
Step 4
Add the sauce and toss gently.
Transfer the dish to a plate and sprinkle it with chopped scallions and a bit of extra grated ginger for added flavor. Enjoy!
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Sauteed Japanese Eggplant With Ponzu Sauce
Print Pin SaveIngredients
- 2 Eggplants, medium size, 300g
- 2 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tsp Scallions, chopped, optional
Ponzu Sauce
- 1 clove Ginger, grated
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- ½ Tbsp Rice vinegar
- ½ Tbsp Lemon juice, one wedge
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Remove the stem of the eggplant and cut it in half. Create several diagonal notches on the surface and divide it into quarters. Grate the ginger.
- Make the ponzu sauce: Combine the grated ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- Cook eggplant: Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add the sesame oil. Place the eggplant slices in the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender. Flip them over and cook for a few more minutes.
- Add the sauce: Reduce the heat, add the sauce, toss gently, and let absorb flavors for a minute.
- Serve: Transfer to a plate and sprinkle chopped scallions.
Video
Notes
- Choose eggplants that are firm and shiny for the best results.
- Adjust the amount of ponzu sauce according to your taste preferences. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, you can add some sugar.