Nasu Itame

Nasu Itame is a delightful stir-fried dish featuring tender eggplant and aromatic spices, perfect for a low-carb Japanese supper. This dish is not only flavorful but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• Japanese eggplant - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams, sliced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, sliced
• Ground cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash and slice the Japanese eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds.
2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced eggplant to the skillet and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Add sliced mushrooms and bell pepper, continuing to stir-fry for another 5 minutes.
6. Pour in the soy sauce, sprinkle with red chili flakes, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
7. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are thoroughly cooked and coated in the sauce.
8. Garnish with chopped green onion before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from eggplant, which may help reduce oxidative stress.
• Low in calories and carbohydrates, making it suitable for weight management.

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