Exquisite Thai Eggplant and Peanut Starter
Indulge in the vibrant and fresh flavors of Thai cuisine with this light and delectable starter. Our Thai Eggplant and Peanut Starter is a delightful dish that melds the flavors of tender eggplant with the crunch of fresh snow peas, all complemented by a rich, tangy peanut and lemon sauce. It’s the perfect beginning to a Thai-inspired meal, free of any lactose, additives, and meat, ensuring a wholesome and nutritious bite for any palate.
Serves: 2, Difficulty: Easy
Preparation Time: 15 minutes, Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 150 grams eggplant, diced
- 100 grams firm tofu, cubed
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 100 grams snow peas, ends trimmed and halved
- 1 tablespoon lemon peel, finely grated
- 50 grams unsalted peanuts, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh coriander, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground chili powder
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the diced eggplant and tofu to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggplant is tender and the tofu is lightly browned, about 8 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste, soy sauce, peanut butter, brown sugar, and lemon peel. Cook for 2 minutes until the sauce is well combined and coats the eggplant and tofu.
- Add the snow peas and cook for another 2 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped peanuts and fresh coriander.
- Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve the dish warm, garnished with additional coriander if desired.
Tips
- For a crunchier bite, lightly toast the peanuts before chopping.
- Serve with a side of jasmine rice for a more substantial meal.
- Adjust the chili powder to your heat preference.
- Use a lemon zester for finely grated lemon peel for extra citrusy tang.
Nutritional Information
| Nutrition | per 100 grams | per serving |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 150 kcal / 628 kJ | 225 kcal / 942 kJ |
| Fat | 8 grams | 12 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 grams | 2.3 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 12 grams | 18 grams |
| Sugars | 4 grams | 6 grams |
| Proteins | 6 grams | 9 grams |
| Salt | 1 grams | 1.5 grams |
