When it comes to cooking, many people feel that even though they follow the same recipe as others, the results are so different. Why?The difference is actually caused by the different seasonings and heat levels each person uses. So, how can you cook something that tastes amazing?Let's find out together!

FlavorEggplantInstructions

IngredientsPreparation

350g eggplant,Green bell pepperchopped into strips,Red bell pepperalso chopped into strips (10g),coriander,8g, minced garlic,dried chili peppers,10g each,sesame seeds,to taste,star anise,6g，aged,vinegar,25g, Woda Me (a brand of soy sauce),white sugar,60g，MSG,3g, oil to taste.

Method

1. First, wash the eggplant and cut it into thick, long strips. Chop the green and red bell peppers and coriander into strips as well.

2. Coat the eggplant in a layer of starch.3. Heat a small amount of oil in a frying pan. Then, add the eggplant and fry until the skin becomes crispy. Remove when done.4. Leave a small amount of oil in the pan. Add sesame seeds and stir-fry until fragrant.

5. Add aged vinegar, Woda Me, and sugar, and simmer until thickened.

6. Add the eggplant, green and red bell peppers, and coriander. Stir until combined.

Flavor: Eggplant

How to cook it best?

Special Notes1. To make the eggplant even tastier, remove the skin completely.

2. You can tear the eggplant instead of cutting it with a knife, which gives a better texture.

3. When coating the eggplant with starch, add a little egg white to the starch. This will improve the flavor.

4. When stir-frying the sesame seeds, use low heat to prevent them from burning.

5. If you prefer a more sour flavor, add a little more aged vinegar to the sauce.

6. When simmering the sauce, don't add the eggplant too late, as it's likely to burn.

How to make Jinan-style eggplant

Ingredients

Eggplant, starch, oil,

soy sauce,

dried chili peppers, white sugar, coriander, star anise,ginger, minced, garlic, minced.Method1. First, wash and cut the eggplant into thick, long strips.2. Coat the eggplant with a layer of starch, preferably cornstarch.

3. Fry the eggplant strips in oil until they are golden brown. Remove and drain.

4. Leave a small amount of oil in the pan. Add star anise, minced garlic, dried chili peppers, and sugar. Mix well.

5. Add the fried eggplant strips, and stir in the coriander.

6. Serve immediately.

Recipe

Tips

1. The eggplant strips should be thick and long to be crispy.2. Adding minced ginger and garlic enhances the flavor.

1 The eggplant strips must be thick and sturdy to achieve a crispy texture.

2 Adding ginger and garlic powder can enhance the flavor.