Eggplant Tofu Stir-Fry Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup long-grain white rice
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
4 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound firm tofu—drained, patted dry, and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small eggplant (about 1 3/4 pounds), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 scallions, sliced, white and green parts separated
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 red serrano or jalapeño chili, sliced
kosher salt
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

Directions

Prepare the rice as stated by the package directions.

In a small bowl, mix together the hoisin, vinegar, and cornstarch.

Meanwhile, heat a tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the tofu, turning occasionally, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate. and set aside.

Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil to the skillet. Saute the eggplant, scallion whites, garlic, chili, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Cook until the eggplant is tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

Pour in hoisin mixture and toss gently the tofu and scallion greens. Cook  until the sauce is thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.

Serve with the rice and top with the basil.