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Medium 1 hr 33 min~337 kcal 5/10
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Yu Xiang Qiezi
A Sichuan eggplant dish where garlic, soy, and vinegar turn the pan glossy, soft, and balanced between sweet and sharp.
Medium⏱️ 38 min📖 1 min readServes 4~220 kcal🇨🇳 Chinese🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 18 min cook
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- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 38 min- Prep20 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 4 Eggplant
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) Soy sauce
- 4 clove Garlic
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Rice vinegar
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Ginger
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Chili bean paste
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Cornstarch
- 2 sprig Scallions
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the eggplants into long strips and let them stand with salt for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 2
Dry the eggplants and cook them in a pan over medium-high heat for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 3
Saute the garlic, ginger, and chili bean paste for 1 minute.
1 min01:00 - 4
Add the soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and cornstarch water.
- 5
Toss the eggplants with the sauce for 5 minutes; once the sauce turns glossy, do not keep cooking and mash them.
5 min05:00 - 6
Finish with scallions and serve hot with rice.
💡 Tip: Tossing the eggplant briefly with the sauce keeps the pieces glossy without turning mushy.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with steamed rice and scallions.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~220
kcal calories
4
g protein
20
g carbs
14
g fat
Protein 7%Carbs 36%Fat 57%
GI 43 · Low GIGL 9 · Low GL
18.3g
Sugar
14g
Fiber
1210mg
Sodium
0.2g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
6/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Soy
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Yu Xiang Qiezi make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Yu Xiang Qiezi take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 18 minutes; 38 minutes in total.Is Yu Xiang Qiezi difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Yu Xiang Qiezi have?
Approximately 220 kcal per serving. Protein: 4g, carbs: 20g, fat: 14g.Which allergens does Yu Xiang Qiezi contain?
This recipe contains Soy. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Yu Xiang Qiezi belong to?
This recipe belongs to Chinese cuisine.How many ingredients does Yu Xiang Qiezi need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.Is Yu Xiang Qiezi filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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