Crispy Chinese Eggplant

Chinese-style crispy eggplant is a delicious vegetarian dish that is easy to make. Here is a recipe for making crispy Chinese eggplant:

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggplants
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
2. Cut the eggplants into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
4. Sprinkle the cornstarch mixture over the eggplant pieces and toss them until they are fully coated.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the eggplant pieces in a single layer on the sheet.
6. Drizzle the vegetable oil over the eggplant pieces and bake them in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown.
7. While the eggplant is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.
8. Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until it is fragrant.
9. Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes to the pan and stir to combine.
10. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly.
11. When the eggplant is done baking, transfer it to a serving dish and pour the sauce over the top.
12. Sprinkle sliced green onions over the top of the eggplant and serve hot.

Enjoy your delicious and crispy Chinese eggplant, perfect as a side dish or as a main course with rice!