Description
Grilled Eggplant is a delicious and healthy side dish that combines the smoky flavor of grilled eggplant with a zesty garlic sauce. This recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or as a vegetarian main course. The eggplant slices are grilled to perfection and then drizzled with a flavorful sauce made from garlic, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil, creating a harmonious blend of tastes and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggplants
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the grill: Oil the grates of your grill and turn it on high.
- Slice the eggplant: Cut the eggplants into round slices about 1 inch in thickness.
- Season the eggplant: Brush each side of the eggplant slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Grill the eggplant: Place the eggplant slices on the preheated grill and cook until slightly charred and cooked through, turning once during cooking.
- Make the garlic sauce: While the eggplant is grilling, use a mortar and pestle to smash the garlic into a paste. Transfer the paste to a small bowl and add the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame seed oil, and chili flakes. Stir well to combine.
- Serve: Once the eggplant is grilled, drizzle the garlic sauce over the slices. Garnish with chopped mint and serve alongside your favorite protein.
Notes
- Slice the eggplant evenly for consistent cooking.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in the sauce.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more red pepper flakes or Sriracha to the sauce.
- Oiling the grill grates prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Leftover grilled eggplant can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 150kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
