Gaji Namul (Korean Seasoned Eggplant)

🛒 Ingredients

• Eggplant (Asian) 150 g · 38 kcal
• Soy Sauce 15 g · 10 kcal
• Garlic 5 g · 7 kcal
• Sesame Oil 5 g · 45 kcal
• Toasted Sesame Seeds 3 g · 17 kcal
• Green Onion 10 g · 3 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Wash the eggplant, trim the ends, and cut it lengthwise into 2-inch pieces, then slice each piece into thin strips.
2. Steam the eggplant strips for 5-7 minutes until tender but not mushy, then immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.
3. Drain the eggplant well, gently squeezing out excess water with your hands, then place it in a mixing bowl.
4. Add minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onion to the bowl with the eggplant.
5. Gently massage the seasonings into the eggplant by hand for 1-2 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined.
6. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds before serving; Gaji Namul can be served immediately or chilled for later.