Egg Plants In Brown Sauce

Egg Plants In Brown Sauce
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Eggplant in Brown Sauce

Eggplant in brown sauce is a classic Chinese dish that is often found in American Chinese restaurants. It is made with eggplant that is stir-fried and then simmered in a brown sauce. The sauce is typically made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Instructions:

    1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

    2. Add the eggplant and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides.

    3. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper and cook until softened.

    4. Stir in the tomato sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch.

    5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

    6. Serve over rice.

    Variations:

  • Add other vegetables to the dish, such as carrots, celery, or mushrooms.
  • Use a different type of sauce, such as a hoisin sauce or a black bean sauce.
  • Add some protein to the dish, such as chicken, beef, or tofu.
  • Tips:

  • To peel the eggplant, use a sharp knife to cut off the ends. Then, score the skin of the eggplant lengthwise and peel it off in strips.
  • To cut the eggplant into cubes, first cut it into 1-inch thick slices. Then, cut the slices into 1-inch cubes.
  • To make the sauce, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch in a small bowl. Then, add the mixture to the skillet and bring to a boil.
  • To thicken the sauce, whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Then, add the mixture to the skillet and stir until the sauce has thickened.
  • Serve the eggplant in brown sauce over rice.
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