Eggplant Unagi
Description
This recipe won't take much time. I'll go into more detail below. Serve the appetizer at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Wash the eggplant and trim the ends on both sides.
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Step 3
Steam it for 10–15 minutes until tender.
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Step 4
Let the eggplant cool. Cut it almost in half, but not all the way through. Then make another lengthwise cut on each half and several crosswise cuts.
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Step 5
Heat a skillet with vegetable oil. Place the eggplant cut-side down.
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Step 6
Fry for a couple of minutes until golden brown, then carefully flip.
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Step 7
Mix all the ingredients for the sauce.
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Step 8
Pour in a few spoonfuls of sauce and cook for another 3–5 minutes, basting the cut side with sauce.
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Step 9
Then flip it over, pour in the remaining sauce, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until all the sauce thickens and most of it evaporates.
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Step 10
For serving, place the cooked rice on a plate. Sprinkle with thinly sliced nori.
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Step 11
Next, place the eggplant and sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top. Eggplant unagi is ready—enjoy your meal!