Pairs well with Eggplant Tofu Teriyaki Stir-Fry
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ihabplanet
6.8K views • 9mo ago
A method to refine and reuse frying oil used for sweets and salty foods like French fries, ensuring the oil remains clean and safe for reuse multiple times without reaching the smoke point.
Difficulty:
easy
Cooking Time:
30 mins
Prep Time:
5 mins
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Eggplant Tofu Teriyaki Stir-Fry
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A delicious dish featuring crispy tofu and tender eggplant coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce.
00:30:00 total
Serves 2
easy
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Ingredients
- eggplant - 1 (cut in half lengthwise and sliced)
- tofu - 1/2 block (firm, cut into bite-sized cubes)
- cornstarch - 2 tablespoons (for coating tofu)
- minced garlic - 1 teaspoon (for sautéing)
- sesame oil - 1/2 tablespoon (for finishing)
- cooking oil - as needed (for frying)
- sesame seeds - a sprinkle (for garnish)
- soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (for teriyaki sauce)
- oligosaccharide syrup - 1 tablespoon (for teriyaki sauce)
- cooking wine (mirin) - 1 tablespoon (for teriyaki sauce)
- water - 2 tablespoons (for teriyaki sauce)
- vinegar - 1 teaspoon (for teriyaki sauce)
- black pepper - a pinch (for seasoning)
Instructions
- Prepare Eggplant: Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare Tofu: Pat the tofu dry with a paper towel and cut into bite-sized cubes. Season with salt and pepper, then coat evenly with cornstarch.
- Make Teriyaki Sauce: In a bowl, mix together all the teriyaki sauce ingredients.
- Cook Tofu: Pan-fry the tofu until golden brown on all sides.
- Sauté Garlic and Eggplant: In the same pan, add a little more cooking oil and sauté the minced garlic. Add the eggplant and stir-fry over medium heat until tender.
- Combine and Simmer: Pour in the teriyaki sauce and stir-fry until the eggplant is well coated. Add the cooked tofu and simmer over low heat until the sauce is fully absorbed.
- Serve: Transfer to a plate and finish with a drizzle of sesame oil and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
