红烧茄子 (Braised Eggplant)

Ingredients:

• 2 medium eggplants (cut into chunks)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• Fresh spring onions for garnish (optional)

Cooking Steps:

1. 1. Sauté Eggplant: Heat oil in a pan, add eggplant chunks, and fry until soft and golden. Remove and set aside.
2. 2. Make Sauce: In the same pan, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add soy sauce, sugar, dark soy sauce, and a little water. Bring to a boil.
3. 3. Combine: Add the fried eggplant to the sauce and braise for 5-7 minutes until the flavors are absorbed.
4. 4. Serve: Garnish with fresh spring onions and serve hot with rice.