Published Aug 24, 2009 Updated Sep 15, 2024
Sambal Eggplant
There are many different kinds of eggplant in the market. They differ in terms of their name, variety, shape, color and forms. According to Wikipedia, eggplant is probably the most common name and it’s used in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. In British English, it’s called Aubergine. In India and South Africa, it’s called Brinjal. In Malaysia, it’s called terung in the official Malay language.
Types Of Eggplant
There are different types of eggplant: Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Indian, Italian, American, white eggplant, etc. Each variety is unique in its own sense and they all look similar in the appearance, with the exception of Thai eggplant, which is round in shape like a small ping pong ball. Regardless of its varieties and different names, eggplant is a healthy ingredient that I have come to love a lot.
Ingredients
Oil Dried shrimp Fish sauce Eggplant Sambal Sugar
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How To Make Sambal Eggplant
Cooking Tips
I used Indian eggplants, they are small and shaped like grapes. I stir fried with sambal and dried shrimp. You can also use fresh shrimp, or a combination of both fresh and dried shrimp for the best results. For the variety of eggplant, you can use what is available in your market. Do not overcook the eggplant. The texture should be tender and soft, but not mushy.
What To Serve With This Recipe
Serve this dish with steamed rice. For a healthy meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes. I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please leave a comment and consider giving it a 5-star rating. For more easy and delicious recipes, explore my Recipe Index, and stay updated by subscribing to my newsletter and following me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.
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