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Smoky Paprika and Mint Xinjiang-Style Grilled Eggplant with Spices and Herbs

Name: Smoky Paprika and Mint Xinjiang-Style Grilled Eggplant with Spices and Herbs
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Xinjiang Chinese
Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants, halved lengthwise; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp honey; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp chopped cilantro; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 2 tbsp chopped mint

Smoky paprika adds depth while fresh mint brings a cooling contrast.

42 minutes2 servings

Method

Mix smoked paprika into the soy sauce mixture and stir in mint before brushing on the eggplant.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Brush eggplant with soy sauce, vinegar, and honey.
Grill 4-5 minutes per side until charred.
Mix garlic and cilantro, brush over cooked eggplant and serve.

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