🇹🇭 Thailand · Food
Stir-fried Eggplant with Basil
By eatmundo · July 12, 2026
🇹🇭 THA velvety, savory classic where tender eggplant melts into a fragrant garlic-basil sauce. It is the ultimate comfort food for those who love deep, umami-rich Thai flavors.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Cut 300g of long purple eggplant into 2-inch sticks.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 3
Sauté 3 crushed garlic cloves until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Add 150g minced pork and stir-fry until no longer pink.
- 5
Toss in the eggplant and stir-fry for 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- 6
Add 2 tbsp oyster sauce and a splash of water, simmering for 2 minutes.
- 7
Stir in the fresh basil leaves until they just wilt and turn glossy.
- 8
Serve immediately over steaming jasmine rice for the best experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which eggplant is best?+
Use long, thin Thai eggplants; they are less bitter and have a creamier texture.
Can I make this vegetarian?+
Yes, simply replace the pork with firm tofu and use a mushroom-based vegetarian oyster sauce.
Why is my eggplant tough?+
The oil must be hot enough to sear the eggplant before the sauce is added; otherwise, it turns spongy.
Can I use Italian basil?+
It is not recommended, as Italian basil lacks the peppery, anise-like punch of true Thai Holy Basil.
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