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Steamed Eggplant with Peanuts

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons light-brown sugar
1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, smashed and peeled
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
2 small eggplants, quartered lengthwise and cut into 4-inch lengths
1/4 cup finely chopped unsalted roasted peanuts
2 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and oil. Bring to a boil and cook until reduced by half, about 3 minutes.

    Step 2

    Set a steamer basket in a pan filled with 1 inch simmering water. Add eggplant, cover, and steam until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Serve warm, topped with dressing, peanuts, and scallions.

  2. Nutrition Information

    Step 3

    (Per Serving)

    Step 4

    Calories: 104

    Step 5

    Fat: 6g (0.8g Saturated Fat)

    Step 6

    Protein: 3.9g

    Step 7

    Carbohydrates: 11g

    Step 8

    Fiber: 3.8g

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