A deceptively simple yet delicious eggplant recipe for vegetarian Thai-style eggplant spiced with cayenne pepper and flavored with basil. It may seem like you're chopping up a lot of basil, but don't be afraid to add it all in, because the cayenne and basil really combine to create a unique spicy Thai flavor. If you like eggplant, you'll love this vegetarian Thai basil eggplant recipe. Pair it with rice or a spicy Asian salad such as a Thai papaya salad or a Vietnamese noodle salad. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 eggplant, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
Preparation:
Sautee the garlic in olive oil for about 2 minutes. Add eggplant, soy sauce and red pepper flakes and allow to cook for 3 to 5 more minutes.
Add the basil, stirring well, and cook for another minute, or until eggplant is done.
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