Fish-Fragrant Eggplants (Sichuan Braised Eggplant With Garlic, Ginger, and Chiles) Recipe

Name: Fish-Fragrant Eggplants (Sichuan Braised Eggplant With Garlic, Ginger, and Chiles) Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound 5 ounces (600g) eggplants (1–2 large); Salt; Cooking oil, for deep-frying; 1 1/2 tablespoons Sichuan chile bean paste (see note); 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger; 10 tablespoons (150ml) hot stock or water; 4 teaspoons superfine sugar; 1 teaspoon Chinese light soy sauce; 3/4 teaspoon potato starch, mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water; 1 tablespoon Chinkiang vinegar (see note); 6 tablespoons thinly sliced scallion greens

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This Fish-Fragrant Eggplants recipe is a Sichuan braised eggplant dish that is bursting with flavor from garlic, ginger, and chiles. Deep-fried eggplants are cooked in a savory and spicy sauce made with chile bean paste, garlic, ginger, and other seasonings, creating a bold and delicious dish.

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