Flavorful Indonesian Grilled Eggplant with Spicy Soy Marinade

Ingredients

• •2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
• •3 tablespoons soy sauce
• •2 tablespoons olive oil
• •1 tablespoon kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
• •1 tablespoon chili paste
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• •1 tablespoon lime juice
• •Salt to taste
• •1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• •Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine soy sauce, olive oil, kecap manis, chili paste, garlic, ginger, lime juice, and salt to create the marinade.

2. 2

   Add the eggplant slices to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes.

3. 3

   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates.

4. 4

   Place the marinated eggplant on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until tender and grill marks appear.

5. 5

   Remove from the grill and sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro before serving.

6. 6

   Serve hot, accompanied by steamed rice or as a side dish.