Source: FomaA, AdobeStockCaramelized eggplant is an original and very delicious appetizer. It's no wonder they've always been popular in Asian cuisine and are now well-known here too. We're sharing 8 excellent recipes on how best to prepare them!
1. Caramelized Eggplant with Balsamic Vinegar
Source: dzen.ruJust a few basic ingredients and minimal effort.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 100 ml balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp sugar, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 clove garlic.
Preparation: Cut the eggplants into sticks and fry them in vegetable oil until golden brown. Pour in the balsamic vinegar, sprinkle with sugar, and cook over medium heat until the vinegar evaporates. Continuously turn the eggplants. Add chopped garlic, heat for another 1 minute, and remove from heat.
2. Caramelized Eggplant with Butter
Source: postila.ruServe them on their own or use them in salads and other dishes.
You will need: 400 g eggplant, 250 g sugar, 20 g butter, 25 ml water.
Preparation: Peel and slice the eggplants. Mix them with 100 g sugar, let sit for half an hour, then rinse. Melt 100 g sugar with water in a pan and cook this caramel for 2-3 minutes over low heat until slightly darkened. Add the eggplants, simmer for another 3-4 minutes until soft, add another 50 g sugar, and fry for 2-3 minutes, stirring. Add butter, cook for another 2-3 minutes, and remove from heat.
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3. Caramelized Eggplant with Rice Vinegar
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruBefore serving, you can add a little garlic, chili pepper, or herbs.
You will need: 200 g eggplant, 1.5 tbsp brown sugar, 0.5 tsp paprika, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 20 ml rice vinegar.
Preparation: Cut the eggplants into arbitrary pieces and fry them in vegetable oil until golden brown. Pour in the rice vinegar, add sugar and paprika, and cook everything together for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Caramelized Eggplant with Bell Pepper
Source: za-edoy.ruAn ideal dish during peak vegetable season when eggplants are abundant and affordable.
You will need: 500 g eggplant, 1 bell pepper, 1 chili pepper, 4 tbsp honey, 50 ml water, 5 tbsp vegetable oil, 10 g parsley, 10 g salt, 50 ml lemon juice, 4 cloves garlic, 2 tsp coriander.
Preparation: Mince and lightly fry the garlic in oil. Then remove the garlic from the pan and pour in water, honey, and lemon juice. Bring this caramel to a boil and reduce for 5-7 minutes over low heat. Return the garlic, add coriander, minced chili, and bell pepper. Bring to a boil again and remove from heat. Peel, slice, salt, and fry the eggplants until golden brown. Add them to the caramel, sprinkle with chopped herbs, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
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5. Caramelized Eggplant in Honey
Source: ideireceptov.ruA great alternative recipe to avoid using sugar.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 60 g honey, 20 ml vegetable oil, 40-60 ml lemon juice, spices, garlic.
Preparation: Mix honey, oil, lemon juice, and a few spoons of water. Bring the resulting caramel to a boil, add garlic and spices, and simmer for another 1 minute. Peel and cut the eggplants into arbitrary pieces. Fry them until half-cooked, pour the caramel over them, and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
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6. Caramelized Eggplant in Starch
Source: vk.comStarch gives eggplants a beautiful and crispy crust.
You will need: 400 g eggplant, 2 tbsp starch, 40 ml apple cider vinegar, 50-60 g sugar, 80 ml water, 60 ml soy sauce, spices.
Preparation: Mix soy sauce, sugar, water, apple cider vinegar, and 0.5 tbsp starch. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened. Cut the eggplants into sticks, season, coat in the remaining starch, and fry until golden brown. Pour the caramel over them and simmer the eggplants for another couple of minutes.
7. Deep-Fried Caramelized Eggplant
Source: mirtesen.ruDeep-fried eggplants cook faster and more evenly, and the crust will be even better.
You will need: 2 eggplants, 100 g cornstarch, 4 tbsp soy sauce, 3 cloves garlic, 1 chili pepper, 1/2 lime, 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, cilantro.
Preparation: Peel and slice the eggplants. Coat them in cornstarch, deep-fry until golden, and place on paper towels. Mix minced garlic, chili, lime juice, honey, oil, and soy sauce. Combine the eggplants with this caramel, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and let sit for a bit.
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8. Caramelized Eggplant with Ketchup
Source: AdobeStockThis appetizer will surely appeal to lovers of sweet and sour dishes.
You will need: 400 g eggplant, 100 g starch, 60 ml lemon juice, 60 g sugar, 80 ml water, 60 ml soy sauce, 1 tbsp ketchup.
Preparation: Slice the eggplants, coat them in starch, and fry until golden brown. Mix all other ingredients and 1 more spoon of starch, bring the caramel to a boil, and reduce slightly. Add the eggplants to it and cook for another 2-3 minutes.