🍆 Eggplant in Garlic Sauce 🥢  
🔥 A Savory Delight for Busy Weeknights That’s Too Tasty to Miss!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️  
- 1-2 red chilies, sliced  
- 1 inch piece of ginger, minced  
- 2 tablespoons oil  
- 1 large eggplant  
- 1 tablespoon vinegar  
- 3 cloves garlic, minced  
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil  
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce  
- 1 tablespoon honey  
- Salt and pepper to taste  
- Sesame seeds and chopped cilantro for garnish  

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳  
1. Cut the eggplant into 1-inch cubes. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for about 30 minutes to remove excess moisture. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a clean towel.  
2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced eggplant and fry until golden brown, stirring occasionally.  
3. Toss in the minced garlic, ginger, and sliced red chilies. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until the aromatics are fragrant.  
4. In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, vinegar, honey, and sesame oil until well combined.  
5. Pour the sauce mixture over the eggplant in the skillet. Stir to coat evenly, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the eggplant.  
6. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish generously with sesame seeds and freshly chopped cilantro, and serve hot alongside steamed rice or noodles.  

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎  
- Approximate Calories: 180 per serving  
- Protein: 2g  
- Carbohydrates: 15g  
- Fats: 12g  
- Fiber: 3g  
- Sodium: 600mg  

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡  
- To save time, pre-slice the eggplant and prepare the sauce ahead of cooking.  
- Want more heat? Add extra chilies or a pinch of red chili flakes to the sauce.  
- Pair this dish with jasmine rice or quinoa for a heartier meal.  
- If you love crunch, sprinkle toasted peanuts or cashews on top before serving.  

⏳ Preparation time 🕒  
Preparation time: 30 minutes | Cooking time: 10 minutes | Serving: 4