Hey, foodies!Today we are going to talk about a classic Sichuan dish of eggplant - fish-flavored eggplant. Don't be afraid, I will reveal this delicious secret in the simplest way, so that you can easily become an eggplant chef at home.
First of all, there must be good eggplant. They should be purple and straight, like generals in the army, and definitely have the potential to lead eggplants. Don't forget, touch the eggplant and feel if it's smooth and elastic, so you can know if it's muscle-trained and if it's an athlete in the eggplant.
Now that the eggplant is here, it's time to transform. Don't worry, they need some preparation. First of all, we want to give them a "deep massage", cut into sections, not too thin, and save a little bit of eggplant face. Then, fry it in the pan, which is the spa of eggplant, and become golden and crispy, so that you can truly enjoy the charm of Sichuan cuisine.
In fact, "fish flavor" is a very unique seasoning. You need to prepare some minced ginger and garlic, Pixian bean paste, sugar, vinegar, and a handful of chopped green onions, which is a fragrant appointment of Sichuan cuisine.
As soon as the oil pot is hot, the ginger and garlic are stir-fried in the pot, and the fragrance simply makes you intoxicated. Bean paste is also added, don't be afraid of spicy, this is the confidence of Sichuan cuisine. Then, put the fried eggplant and stir-fry it together, so that the eggplant can fully feel the tenderness of the fish aroma. Finally, sprinkle with chopped green onions and stir-fry well, and this is the most charming moment of the fish-flavored eggplant.
When you smell this aroma, you're already salivating, right?Don't worry, before serving, you can sprinkle some crushed peanuts to add layers to the taste. A plate of fish-flavored eggplant on the table is not only a delicacy, but also a delicious performance. Quickly pick up a piece and bite into it, and you will find that you seem to be in the streets and alleys of Sichuan and Chongqing, feeling the strong Sichuan flavor.
Overall, although fish-flavored eggplant is a Sichuan dish, you can completely make it at home. Try it out and let your taste buds party at your doorstep!