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Eggplant

Pounded eggplant and chili peppers (擂椒茄子), is a beloved summer dish in Hunan and the neighboring provinces.

Vegetables• [Steaming]

Pounded eggplant and chili peppers, Hunan style (擂椒茄子)

Steaming gives the eggplant a delicate and silky texture, and creates a light and easy dish that’s suitable for many occasions. Toasted almonds add a wonderful textural contrast to the eggplant.

Cold dishes and salads• Vegetables• [Steaming]

Steamed Chinese eggplant with almonds

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