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Vegan Eggplant Stew

From Statesboro Market2Go

<p>A hearty &amp; flavorful stew that pairs well with rice! Please consider leaving a picture or comment if you decide to try this recipe!</p>
Source: fullofplants.com (Entered by Ariana Giddens)
Serves: 2
Vegan!

Ingredients
2 medium sized Eggplants
2 tablespoons Oil (plus some for the eggplants)
1 clove Garlic (minced)
1 Shallot (minced)
3 tablespoons Chopped green onions
2/3 cup Water
1/4 cup Soy sauce
3 tablespoons Sugar
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
SERVING SUGGESTIONS INCLUDE:
Rice
Quinoa
OR pasta

Step by Step Instructions
  1. Cut the eggplants crosswise into 3 pieces, then crosswise into 6 matchstick pieces. Coat the pieces with oil and a bit of salt.
  2. Bake the eggplant pieces in an oven for 25 minutes at 350 degrees, turning them halfway through, OR fry them in a preheated air fryer for 8 to 10 minutes at 365, shaking them halfway through cooking.
  3. Saute the shallots, garlic, and green onions in a pot for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring well as they cook.
  4. Add the eggplants, water, soy sauce, sugar, and pepper to the pot and mix them in.
  5. Cover the pot and let simmer for 10 to 12 minutes. serve alongside or over rice, quinoa, or pasta.