Terung Goreng Chinese Style: A Delicious and Easy Recipe
Terung goreng is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine, and for good reason. It's delicious, easy to make, and versatile. You can serve it as a side dish or main course. This recipe will guide you through creating a flavorful and satisfying terung goreng.
Ingredients:
- 1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
- Prepare the eggplant: Place the cubed eggplant in a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for about 30 minutes. This helps to draw out excess water and make the eggplant less bitter.
- Rinse and dry: Rinse the eggplant well to remove the salt. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Coat the eggplant: Combine cornstarch with a pinch of salt in a separate bowl. Toss the eggplant in the cornstarch mixture, ensuring it is coated evenly.
- Heat the oil: Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the eggplant: Add the eggplant to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the eggplant from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add minced garlic, chopped onion, and green bell pepper to the same skillet and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the sauce: Pour the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and black pepper into the skillet and stir well.
- Combine and serve: Return the fried eggplant to the skillet and toss everything together to combine. Cook for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly. Serve immediately over rice.
Tips:
- Use a good quality oyster sauce: This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet: This will prevent the eggplant from cooking evenly and make it steam instead of fry.
- Adjust the amount of sugar to your taste. Some people prefer a sweeter terung goreng, while others prefer a more savory flavor.
- Add other vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables, such as carrots, mushrooms, or broccoli, to your terung goreng.
Enjoy your delicious terung goreng!
