Cà Tím Nướng Mỡ Hành

Cà Tím Nướng Mỡ Hành is a delicious Vietnamese grilled eggplant dish topped with fragrant scallion oil. This simple yet flavorful side dish perfectly complements any meal with its rich umami and smoky flavor.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 2 medium (about 300g)
• Scallions - 4 (about 40g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic - 1 clove (minced)
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (3g)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1g)

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
2. Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh with a knife in a crosshatch pattern.
3. Brush the cut sides of the eggplants with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
4. Place the eggplants cut side down on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes until the skin is charred and the flesh is soft.
5. While the eggplants are grilling, finely chop the scallions and mix them with the minced garlic, remaining olive oil, and fish sauce in a small bowl.
6. After the eggplants are cooked, remove them from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
7. Spoon the scallion oil mixture generously over the grilled eggplants and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants which help combat oxidative stress.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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