Grilled Eggplant with Garlic Sauce and Mint
(from Allie’s recipe box)
Source: Booby Flay via Kristin (from RecipeThing user kylerhea)
Categories: eggplant, vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 4 Asian eggplants, halved lengthwise
- Vegetable oil
- Chopped fresh mint or cilantro leaves
Directions
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Make a paste by smashing the garlic with a little salt and add to a small bowl. Whisk in the vinegar, soy, sesame oil, and red chili flakes.
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Heat grill to high. Brush eggplant with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until slightly charred and just cooked through. Slice each half into 1/2-inch slices and place on a platter. Drizzle with the vinegar mixture and sprinkle with mint or cilantro.