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Sambal Eggplant with Coconut Rice

Tender eggplant cooked in a spicy sambal sauce, served with fragrant coconut rice. A flavorful and dairy-free vegetarian option.

45m4 servings
DAIRY-free
420 cal|8g protein|65g carbs|15g fat|10g fiber

Ingredients

  • 2 medium Eggplant
  • 2 tbsp Sambal Oelek
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 2.54 cm Ginger
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Aminos
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 1 cup Rice
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk
  • 1 cup Water

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Cut eggplant into bite-sized pieces. Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. 2Add eggplant and cook until softened and slightly browned, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. 3Add garlic, ginger, and sambal oelek. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4Stir in coconut aminos and lime juice. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5Meanwhile, prepare coconut rice. Combine rice, coconut milk, and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
  6. 6Serve sambal eggplant with coconut rice.

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