Oriental Aubergine Salad Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 small aubergines, sliced
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger and garlic.
3. Brush both sides of the aubergine slices with the sauce and grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the aubergines are tender.
4. Arrange the aubergine slices on a platter and top with the green onions, cilantro and sesame seeds.
5. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the top and serve immediately.

Verdict

This delicious oriental aubergine salad is the perfect combination of sweet, savory and tangy flavors. The grilled aubergine slices are tender and smoky, while the sesame-soy dressing gives it a burst of flavor. The green onions, cilantro and sesame seeds add the perfect finishing touches.

Serving Suggestions

This salad works great as a side dish for any Asian-inspired meal, or as a healthy and flavorful lunch option. You can also add some protein to it, such as grilled chicken or shrimp, to make it a complete meal.