Best Eggplant Aubergine Tofu Stir Fry Recipes

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CHINESE EGGPLANT WITH GARLIC SAUCE



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Chinese eggplant with garlic sauce, or "fish fragrant eggplant" (yuxiang qiezi) is a familiar dish in many American Chinese restaurants and buffets but it's also a dish with many authentic variations in China.

Provided by Bill

Categories     Vegetables

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon spicy bean paste ((douban la jiang))
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon shaoxing wine
1 teaspoon fish sauce
2-3 Japanese eggplants ((about 6 cups))
2 scallions ((cut into 2-inch lengths))
3 tablespoons oil
4 oz. ground pork ((110g; ground chicken or ground turkey can also be substituted))
2 thin slices ginger ((julienned))
10 dried red chilies
4 cloves garlic ((finely minced))
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine

Steps:

  • Combine the sauce ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Wash the eggplants, cut the ends off and slice them into equal sized pieces. After slicing, separate the green and white portions of the scallions into roughly two piles.
  • Over very high heat, heat a tablespoon of oil in your wok. Add half of the eggplant and let it sear until brown on all sides. You can lower the heat if it looks like they're starting to burn. You want to cook the eggplant for about 5 minutes until they start to get soft and have a nice sear. Take this first batch of eggplant out of the pan, heat a second tablespoon of oil, and do the same with your second batch. Set all the cooked eggplant aside on a plate.
  • Set the heat to medium high and add the last tablespoon of oil to the wok, along with the ground pork. After the pork has browned, add the ginger and cook for a minute to let it crystalize with the pork. Stir in the whole red chili peppers and the minced garlic, and after a minute, turn the heat back up to high. Add the eggplant back in, along with the stir-fry sauce, the white parts of the scallions, and the shaoxing wine. Stir-fry everything together for another 2 minutes, making sure everything is well-combined.
  • Toss in the rest of the scallions and stir-fry for another 20 seconds. Plate and serve immediately with white rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 486 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CRISPY SZECHUAN-STYLE EGGPLANT AND TOFU



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 medium eggplant, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 block extra-firm tofu, drained, pressed dry between paper towels and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon peanut oil, plus more for frying
1/4 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger
3 Thai bird chiles, minced, or as desired
2 cloves garlic, grated on a rasp
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
Cooked white rice, for serving
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine 2/3 cup of the cornstarch, the salt and pepper. Toss the eggplant pieces in the cornstarch mixture to coat, shaking off the excess; set aside. Repeat the process with the tofu.
  • Heat 1/2 inch of the peanut oil in a large, deep, straight-sided skillet over medium heat until it shimmers. Working in batches, cook the eggplant first, tossing gently until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with the remaining eggplant and the tofu.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken stock, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, lime juice and remaining 2 teaspoons cornstarch.
  • Carefully drain the oil from the skillet, and wipe out any residue using paper towels held with tongs. Add 1 tablespoon of peanut oil to the skillet and heat it over medium heat. Add the ginger, about 1 teaspoon of the minced chiles (or to taste) and the garlic. Cook, stirring, until just fragrant, about 30 seconds; pour in the chicken stock mixture and bring it to a simmer. Simmer until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the cooked eggplant and tofu to the skillet and toss gently to combine. Stir in the sesame oil and remove from the heat. Serve immediately over rice and garnished with the remaining minced chiles if desired and chopped cilantro.

EGGPLANT AND TOFU STIR-FRY RECIPE



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Add a sliced chili to this vegetarian eggplant and tofu stir-fry for a boost of heat.

Provided by Charlyne Mattox

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup long-grain white rice
0.5 cup hoisin sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
4 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound firm tofu-drained, patted dry, and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small eggplant (about 1 3/4 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 scallions, sliced, white and green parts separated
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 red serrano or jalapeño chili, sliced
kosher salt
0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Cook the rice according to the package directions. In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin, vinegar, and cornstarch.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu; cook, turning occasionally, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil to the skillet. Add the eggplant, scallion whites, garlic, chili, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Cook, tossing frequently, until the eggplant is tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the hoisin mixture, tofu, and scallion greens and cook, tossing gently, until the sauce is thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve with the rice and sprinkle with the basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523 kcal, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 644 mg, Sugar 12 g, Fat 20 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) -TOFU STIR FRY



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Delicious vegetarian stir-fry with a tangy, spicy sauce. Cooking the tofu and eggplant separately may be a little bit more labor-intensive, but the end result is much better this way.

Provided by sprout 13

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time 30m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium eggplant, cubed
15 ounces tofu, cubed (pressed to remove water if desired)
1/2 inch gingerroot, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced
3 green onions, sliced
1 garlic clove, sliced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 lime, juice of
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1/3 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
water

Steps:

  • Heat 1T oil in large frying pan over medium high heat.
  • Cook tofu in oil for 3-4 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden and crisp. Remove tofu from pan.
  • In heated pan with residual oil, saute eggplant cubes until fully cooked but not soggy. This may take 5-10 minutes depending on how large you cut the eggplant. Remove eggplant from pan.
  • Meanwhile, prepare sauce. In a 1 or 2 cup measuring cup, stir together soy sauce, lime juce, sugar, flour, sesame oil. Add enough water to make about 2/3 cup liquid. May add more or less water if you like an especially thick or thin sauce.
  • Add 1T of oil to the hot pan. Cook ginger in hot oil for about 1 minute, then add jalapeno, green onion, and garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes more.
  • Add cooked tofu and eggplant to pan with ginger mix. Cook and stir for about one more minute.
  • Pour sauce mixture into pan, bring to boil and cook, stirring, until thickened. This will only take a minute or two.
  • Add chopped cilantro to pan and stir to combine.
  • Serve with plenty of hot cooked rice.

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) -TOFU STIR FRY



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One of my students loves eggplant but hates tofu, another loves tofu but hates eggplant. Came up with my version of"dinner table good will" with this recipe. Don't be put off by the time element...read the recipe and find out why!!!

Provided by Happy Harry 2

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb firm tofu, cut in 1 inch cubes
3 medium Japanese eggplants, cut in 2 inch cubes
4 large shiitake mushrooms, cut in fours (no stems)
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 stalks green onions, white and green parts, chopped
3 bunches baby bok choy, bite size cuts
1 fresh mango, small dice
1 cup vegetable broth, sodium-free (homemade is best)
1/4 cup dark soy sauce
1 1/4 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
1/4 cup filtered water
2 -3 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch or 2 tablespoons arrowroot
1 tablespoon sesame oil (light or dark)
2 tablespoons peanut oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided

Steps:

  • Place tofu in colander. Place colander into a large bowl.
  • Allow to drain 3-4 hours-up to overnight covered,in fridge.
  • Combine broth, zest, soy, sugar and cornstarch in bowl.
  • Whisk well and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tbls oil in skillet or wok.
  • Add eggplant and water.
  • stir and cover.
  • Cook over medium heat about 8 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove eggplant and place in bowl with cover to keep warm.
  • Raise heat to high and add 1 tbls of oil.
  • Add tofu and mushrooms.
  • Cook about 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add garlic and 1/2 of green onions.
  • Cook~ 1 minute.
  • Add bok choy, stir fry until vegetables start to lightly brown.
  • Add broth and eggplant.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add diced mango.
  • Place in serving bowl and sprinkle with sesame oil and the rest of green onions.
  • Serve with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.8, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 1075.4, Carbohydrate 53.5, Fiber 17.9, Sugar 30.1, Protein 17.5

OVEN FRIED EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE)



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This recipe appeared in "Cooking Light" magazine. This is a non-traditional way to prepare eggplant, but it really cuts the calories.

Provided by James Craig

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 lb unpeeled eggplant, sliced-about 12 (1/2 inch slices)
1/3 cup fine dry breadcrumb
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (or parmesan alternative, like asiago)
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Combine first 2 ingredients, stir well.
  • Spread evenly over both sides of eggplant slices.
  • Combine breadcrumbs, cheese, and Italian seasoning in a shallow bowl; dredge eggplant in breadcrumbs mixture.
  • Place eggplant on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake@ 425 degrees for 12 minutes.
  • Turn eggplant over; and bake an additional 12 minutes or until golden.

EGGPLANT (AUBERGINE) AND TOFU SATAY



Eggplant (Aubergine) and Tofu Satay image

Eggplant and Tofu in green curry with a peanut coconut satay sauce. Use frozen thawed waterpacked tofu well drained by pressing.

Provided by drhousespcatcher

Categories     Soy/Tofu

Time P1D

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

shallot, finely chopped
1 stalk lemongrass, chopped
2 small red chilies, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 inch piece fresh gingerroot, peeled and grated
1 lime, zest of, only
1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves, and stalks chopped
12 ounces tofu, firm
1 eggplant
2 tablespoons peanut oil
12 short wooden skewers
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 large red chilies, deseeded and chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3 ounces crunchy peanut butter
7 fluid ounces coconut milk
1 lime, juice of, only
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • curry paste:.
  • grind all the ingredients together until you have a paste. Store in the refrigerator in a screw top jar for up to 2 weeks.
  • skewers:.
  • Mix 3 tbsp green curry paste together with 1 tbsp groundnut oil. Cut the tofu and eggplant into 1/2 inch cubes and thread onto 12 short wooden skewers. Lay flat on a plate and pour over the paste mixture to coat well, rubbing the eggplant and tofu all over. Leave for 30 minutes minimum (or overnight), covered in the fridge to marinade.
  • Brush the vegetables with a the remaining oil and grill under a medium heat until golden.
  • satay sauce:.
  • Heat the oil in a small saucepan and fry the shallot, garlic, chillies and spices for about 5 minutes until tender.
  • Mix the peanut butter with a little warm water to make a thinner paste and add to the pan, together with the coconut milk.
  • Bring to the boil, then simmer until the sauce thickens. Season with lime juice and salt to taste. Divide between 4 small bowls.
  • Serve the skewers on individual plates with a small bowl of satay sauce.
  • Or you can simply buy the curry and the satay to cut time but check your ingredients some carry fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.5, Fat 39.2, SaturatedFat 14.5, Sodium 126.6, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 7.7, Protein 14.3

STIR-FRIED RAINBOW PEPPERS, EGGPLANT AND TOFU



Stir-Fried Rainbow Peppers, Eggplant and Tofu image

My method of roasting the eggplant before stir-frying is not at all Chinese, but it allows me to pull off a beautiful, succulent stir-fried eggplant that doesn't require at least 1/4 cup of oil. The eggplant is already soft when you add it to the wok. Seek out long, light purple Asian eggplant for this.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 45m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound Asian eggplant
1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons peanut oil, rice bran oil or canola oil
1/2 pound firm tofu, cut in 1/2-inch squares and drained on paper towels
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 fat garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 bell peppers of varying colors
1 Anaheim pepper
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise and score down to but not through the skin. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil, lightly oil the foil and place the eggplant on it, cut side down. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, until the skin begins to shrivel. Remove from the oven, allow to cool until you can handle it, and cut in half along the score down the middle of each half, then into 1/2-inch slices
  • Combine the rice wine or sherry, the hoisin sauce and the soy sauce in a small bowl and set aside
  • Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or 12-inch steel skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in 1 tablespoon of the oil and add the tofu. Let it sit in the pan for about 30 seconds, until it begins to sear, then stir-fry for about 2 minutes, until lightly colored. Transfer to a plate
  • Swirl in the remaining oil, then add the garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add the peppers and eggplant, sprinkle with salt to taste and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Return the tofu to the wok, add the hoisin sauce mixture and stir-fry for another 1 to 2 minutes, until the eggplant is tender and infused with the sauce and the peppers are crisp-tender. Remove from the heat and serve with rice, grains or noodles

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 306, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 909 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams

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