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Soy-Pickled Eggplant
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Soy-Pickled Eggplant

Tender eggplant briefly blanched and pickled in soy-vinegar brine for a savory Korean side dish.

Prep 20minCook 8min4 servings
gaji jangajjipickled eggplantsoy pickled vegetableskorean eggplant side dishkorean pickleseasy banchan

Instructions

  1. 1

    Quarter eggplants lengthwise and blanch for 30 seconds.

  2. 2

    Cool blanched eggplant and squeeze gently.

  3. 3

    Boil soy sauce, water, vinegar, sugar, and garlic for brine.

  4. 4

    Place eggplant and chili in a jar and cover with brine.

  5. 5

    Refrigerate for 2 days and serve chilled.

Tips

Over-blanching can make eggplant fall apart.
A few drops of perilla oil before serving boosts aroma.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories
68
kcal
Protein
2
g
Carbs
14
g
Fat
1
g

Adjust Servings

2servings
servings

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