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Sichuan Garlic Eggplant

40 min
250 kcal
2 servings

By eatmundo · August 3, 2026

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Tender pieces of eggplant are stir-fried until they melt in the mouth, then tossed in a bold, savory, and aromatic garlic-heavy sauce that defines Sichuan comfort food.

According to eatmundo's ingredient comparison, the closest dish to Sichuan Garlic Eggplant from another cuisine is Steamed Eggplant Side Dish (South Korea): the two share 62% of their ingredients.

Ingredients

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2 servings

How to Make It

  • 1

    Cut 300g eggplant into 5cm batons and soak in salted water for 10 minutes to prevent bitterness.

  • 2

    Pat the eggplant batons completely dry with a paper towel.

  • 3

    Heat 3 tbsp oil in a wok and stir-fry eggplant until golden brown and tender, about 6 minutes.

  • 4

    Remove the eggplant from the wok and set aside.

  • 5

    In the same wok, sauté minced garlic and chili paste for 30 seconds until extremely fragrant.

  • 6

    Pour in soy sauce, sugar, and vinegar, whisking until the sugar dissolves into a thick syrup.

  • 7

    Toss the cooked eggplant back into the wok and coat evenly in the sauce for 1 minute.

  • 8

    Serve immediately, garnishing with extra chopped scallions if desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sichuan Garlic Eggplant?

Sichuan Garlic Eggplant is a stir-fried vegetable dish from the Sichuan province of China. It consists of eggplant cooked with garlic, chili paste, soy sauce, sugar, and black vinegar, typically served as a savory side dish during lunch or dinner.

Why soak the eggplant?

Soaking in salted water draws out bitterness and prevents the eggplant from soaking up too much oil later.

Is it possible to bake the eggplant instead?

Yes, you can brush the batons with oil and bake until soft, though stir-frying provides a better texture.

Can I make this less spicy?

Yes, simply reduce or omit the chili paste; the garlic and vinegar sauce remains very flavorful.

Why use black vinegar?

Black vinegar adds a unique, malty, and deep acidity that balances the garlic and soy sauce perfectly.

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