Basil Eggplant Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Vegetables

   Slice the eggplant, bell pepper, onion, and shiitake mushrooms into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and set aside.

2. 2

   Cook the Eggplant

   In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced eggplant and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until it starts to soften. Remove and set aside.

3. 3

   Stir-Fry Other Vegetables

   In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender.

4. 4

   Add Mushrooms and Eggplant

   Add the shiitake mushrooms and the previously cooked eggplant back into the skillet. Stir well to combine all the vegetables.

5. 5

   Make the Basil Sauce

   In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour this sauce over the vegetables in the skillet.

6. 6

   Add Basil

   Add the fresh basil leaves to the skillet and stir-fry everything together for another 2-3 minutes until the basil is wilted and the vegetables are well coated in the sauce.

7. 7

   Serve

   Remove from heat and serve hot. Enjoy your Basil Eggplant!