Created by ImPat on September 11, 2018
Step 1: Heat a wok over high heat and add the oil and swirl to coat and then add the garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 30 econds or until aromatic and then add the eggplant and cook for 2 minutes, each side or until golden brown.
Step 2: Add 60ml (1/4 cup) water and cover the wok and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes or until the water has evaporated and eggplant is tender.
Step 3: Meanwhile, combine the mirin, soy sauce, sake and sugar in a bowl and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 4: Add the mirin mixture to the wok and stir-fry for 2 minutes or until the eggplant is golden and sauce is reduced.
Step 5: Serve the eggplant with rice and cabbage and sprinkle with sesame seeds and top with the green shallot curls.