Gaji-namul (Korean Seasoned Eggplant) (Restaurant Copycat)
⏱️ 35 minutes👥 4 servings❤️ Taste: /10
Nutrition Facts
Calories
85
Protein
3g
Carbs
8g
Fiber
4g
Health Benefits
Gut Health8/10
Anti-Inflammatory7/10
Blood Sugar Control8/10
Ingredients
- •- 2 medium Asian eggplants (about 1 pound)
- •- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- •- 2 scallions/green onions, finely sliced
- •- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- •- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- •- 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- •- 1 teaspoon roasted sesame seeds
- •- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- •- ¼ teaspoon fish sauce
Instructions
- 11. Slice eggplants lengthwise into quarters, then cut into 2-inch segments
- 22. Steam eggplant pieces until tender but still firm, about 7-8 minutes
- 33. Cool steamed eggplant to room temperature
- 44. Hand-tear eggplant into thin strips along natural fiber lines
- 55. Combine minced garlic, sliced green onions, sesame oil, soy sauce, gochugaru, sesame seeds, salt, and fish sauce in a mixing bowl
- 66. Gently toss eggplant strips with seasoning mixture until evenly coated
- 77. Rest 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld
- 88. Garnish with additional sesame seeds and green onion tops