Kushi Nasu Goya

Kushi Nasu Goya is a delicious Paleo Japanese supper dish featuring grilled eggplant and bitter melon skewers, enhanced with a savory marinade. This dish combines unique flavors and textures, making it a healthy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Japanese eggplant - 200 grams
• Bitter melon - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Green onions - 2, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Cut the Japanese eggplant into 1-inch thick slices and the bitter melon into thin strips, removing the seeds if desired.
3. In a bowl, mix olive oil, coconut aminos, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
4. Add the sliced eggplant and bitter melon to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let them marinate for 10-15 minutes.
5. Thread the marinated eggplant and bitter melon onto skewers alternately.
6. Grill the skewers for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the vegetables are tender and have grill marks.
7. Remove from the grill, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation
• Contains dietary fiber that supports digestive health

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