{"id":1174,"date":"2025-07-03T11:02:37","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T02:02:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/?p=1174"},"modified":"2025-07-03T11:02:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T02:02:40","slug":"grilled-eggplant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/grilled-eggplant\/","title":{"rendered":"Grilled Eggplant in 5 Minutes \u2013 Simple Korean-Style Summer Side Dish"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Grilled eggplant simmered in a savory sauce\u2014this is my go-to recipe when I want something quick yet full of flavor. When I think of eggplants, summer always comes to mind. This versatile vegetable can be grilled, steamed, or stir-fried, and today, we\u2019re making it into a rich and flavorful grilled side dish. I\u2019ll also show you how to make the simple seasoning sauce that brings it all together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/grilled-eggplant\/#When_You_Think_of_Eggplant_Think_of_Summer\" >When You Think of Eggplant, Think of Summer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/grilled-eggplant\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/grilled-eggplant\/#How_to_Make_Korean_Grilled_Eggplant\" >How to Make Korean Grilled Eggplant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/grilled-eggplant\/#Where_Do_Eggplants_Come_From\" >Where Do Eggplants Come From?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/grilled-eggplant\/#Recipes_to_Try_with_This_Dish\" >Recipes to Try with This Dish<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/grilled-eggplant\/#A_Bite_from_Ssuangs_Everyday_Life\" >A Bite from Ssuang\u2019s Everyday Life<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_You_Think_of_Eggplant_Think_of_Summer\"><\/span>When You Think of Eggplant, Think of Summer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whenever I see eggplants, I immediately think of summer. Though they start appearing in spring markets, they really shine during midsummer. With their soft and mild flavor wrapped in that signature purple skin, eggplants match perfectly with just about any sauce. Whether grilled, stir-fried, or steamed, they never disappoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, I\u2019m sharing a recipe for <strong>grilled eggplant<\/strong> simmered in a flavorful sauce. It\u2019s simple to prepare, but the result is a deeply savory dish that pairs perfectly with rice. Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 eggplant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tbsp minced garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp soy-based sauce (mat-ganjang)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tbsp sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tbsp oligosaccharide syrup (or honey)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chopped scallions (a bit)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A pinch of salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A drizzle of sesame oil, sesame seeds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_Korean_Grilled_Eggplant\"><\/span>How to Make Korean Grilled Eggplant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49\ud83d\udc49 Watch the full video first! \ud83d\udc48\ud83d\udc48<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"\ucd09\ucd09\ud55c \uac00\uc9c0\uad6c\uc774 \ub808\uc2dc\ud53c\uff5c\uac04\uc7a5 \uc591\ub150\uc73c\ub85c \uac10\uce60\ub9db UP!\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/79ryoL286YA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"VideoObject\",\n  \"name\": \"\uac00\uc9c0 \uad00\uc790\uad6c\uc774 \ub9cc\ub4e4\uae30\",\n  \"description\": \"\ud0f1\uae00\ud0f1\uae00\ud55c \uad00\uc790\uc640 \ubd80\ub4dc\ub7ec\uc6b4 \uac00\uc9c0\uc758 \uc870\ud569! \uac04\ub2e8\ud558\uac8c \ub9cc\ub4e4 \uc218 \uc788\ub294 \uac00\uc9c0 \uad00\uc790\uad6c\uc774 \ub808\uc2dc\ud53c\ub97c \uc18c\uac1c\ud569\ub2c8\ub2e4.\",\n  \"thumbnailUrl\": \"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/79ryoL286YA\/hqdefault.jpg\",\n  \"uploadDate\": \"2024-05-21T00:00:00+09:00\",\n  \"contentUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=79ryoL286YA\",\n  \"embedUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/79ryoL286YA\"\n}\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Prep the Eggplant<\/strong><br>Cut the eggplant into thick rounds (about 1.5\u20132cm).<br>Make crisscross slits on one side of each piece to help the sauce soak in and ensure even cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-starts-with-slicing-the-eggplant-into-thick-hearty-pieces.jpg\" alt=\"Grilled eggplant starts with slicing the eggplant into thick, hearty pieces\" class=\"wp-image-1183\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-starts-with-slicing-the-eggplant-into-thick-hearty-pieces.jpg 860w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-starts-with-slicing-the-eggplant-into-thick-hearty-pieces-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-starts-with-slicing-the-eggplant-into-thick-hearty-pieces-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-starts-with-slicing-the-eggplant-into-thick-hearty-pieces-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Start-by-making-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-thickly-sliced-eggplant-to-help-it-absorb-the-sauce-better.jpg\" alt=\"Start by making shallow crisscross cuts on the thickly sliced eggplant to help it absorb the sauce better\" class=\"wp-image-1177\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Start-by-making-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-thickly-sliced-eggplant-to-help-it-absorb-the-sauce-better.jpg 860w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Start-by-making-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-thickly-sliced-eggplant-to-help-it-absorb-the-sauce-better-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Start-by-making-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-thickly-sliced-eggplant-to-help-it-absorb-the-sauce-better-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Start-by-making-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-thickly-sliced-eggplant-to-help-it-absorb-the-sauce-better-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Make the Sauce<\/strong><br>In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, soy sauce, sugar, syrup, water, and chopped scallions.<br>This sauce adds rich flavor with minimal effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Drizzle-the-eggplant-sauce\u2014made-with-garlic-scallions-sugar-oligosaccharide-and-soy-sauce\u2014over-the-grilled-slices-for-a-rich-umami-flavor.jpg\" alt=\"Drizzle the eggplant sauce\u2014made with garlic, scallions, sugar, oligosaccharide, and soy sauce\u2014over the grilled slices for a rich, umami flavor\" class=\"wp-image-1178\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Drizzle-the-eggplant-sauce\u2014made-with-garlic-scallions-sugar-oligosaccharide-and-soy-sauce\u2014over-the-grilled-slices-for-a-rich-umami-flavor.jpg 860w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Drizzle-the-eggplant-sauce\u2014made-with-garlic-scallions-sugar-oligosaccharide-and-soy-sauce\u2014over-the-grilled-slices-for-a-rich-umami-flavor-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Drizzle-the-eggplant-sauce\u2014made-with-garlic-scallions-sugar-oligosaccharide-and-soy-sauce\u2014over-the-grilled-slices-for-a-rich-umami-flavor-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Drizzle-the-eggplant-sauce\u2014made-with-garlic-scallions-sugar-oligosaccharide-and-soy-sauce\u2014over-the-grilled-slices-for-a-rich-umami-flavor-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Grill the Eggplant<\/strong><br>Lightly oil a pan and place the eggplant slices cut-side down.<br>Grill on both sides until golden. Sprinkle a little salt while cooking for extra flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lightly-oil-the-pan-and-grill-the-thick-cut-eggplant-slices-with-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-surface.jpg\" alt=\"Lightly oil the pan and grill the thick-cut eggplant slices with shallow crisscross cuts on the surface.\" class=\"wp-image-1179\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lightly-oil-the-pan-and-grill-the-thick-cut-eggplant-slices-with-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-surface.jpg 860w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lightly-oil-the-pan-and-grill-the-thick-cut-eggplant-slices-with-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-surface-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lightly-oil-the-pan-and-grill-the-thick-cut-eggplant-slices-with-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-surface-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Lightly-oil-the-pan-and-grill-the-thick-cut-eggplant-slices-with-shallow-crisscross-cuts-on-the-surface-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Simmer with the Sauce<\/strong><br>When the eggplant is cooked, pour the sauce over it in the pan.<br>Flip the slices and simmer gently until the sauce reduces and glazes the eggplant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-made-by-thickly-slicing-the-eggplant-scoring-it-with-shallow-cuts-and-cooking-it-with-a-savory-sauce-until-perfectly-tender.jpg\" alt=\"Grilled eggplant made by thickly slicing the eggplant, scoring it with shallow cuts, and cooking it with a savory sauce until perfectly tender\" class=\"wp-image-1180\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-made-by-thickly-slicing-the-eggplant-scoring-it-with-shallow-cuts-and-cooking-it-with-a-savory-sauce-until-perfectly-tender.jpg 860w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-made-by-thickly-slicing-the-eggplant-scoring-it-with-shallow-cuts-and-cooking-it-with-a-savory-sauce-until-perfectly-tender-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-made-by-thickly-slicing-the-eggplant-scoring-it-with-shallow-cuts-and-cooking-it-with-a-savory-sauce-until-perfectly-tender-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Grilled-eggplant-made-by-thickly-slicing-the-eggplant-scoring-it-with-shallow-cuts-and-cooking-it-with-a-savory-sauce-until-perfectly-tender-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Finish and Plate<\/strong><br>Arrange the eggplant slices neatly on a plate.<br>Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle sesame seeds for a nutty finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"860\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Pan-grilled-eggplant-finished-by-cooking-it-together-with-a-savory-sauce-in-the-pan.jpg\" alt=\"Pan-grilled eggplant finished by cooking it together with a savory sauce in the pan\" class=\"wp-image-1181\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Pan-grilled-eggplant-finished-by-cooking-it-together-with-a-savory-sauce-in-the-pan.jpg 860w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Pan-grilled-eggplant-finished-by-cooking-it-together-with-a-savory-sauce-in-the-pan-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Pan-grilled-eggplant-finished-by-cooking-it-together-with-a-savory-sauce-in-the-pan-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Pan-grilled-eggplant-finished-by-cooking-it-together-with-a-savory-sauce-in-the-pan-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 860px) 100vw, 860px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Do_Eggplants_Come_From\"><\/span>Where Do Eggplants Come From?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eggplants originate from India and <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Southeast_Asia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Southeast Asia<\/a> and have been cultivated for centuries. Chinese records show they were grown as early as the Qin dynasty (around the 3rd century BC). In Korea, eggplants were introduced during the Goryeo period through China, and historical documents like <em>Goryeo-sa<\/em> mention their use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the Joseon dynasty, eggplants were used as a summer health food and even appeared in royal court meals. Today, along with other seasonal vegetables like shepherd&#8217;s purse, mugwort, and garlic stems, eggplants are loved in many forms\u2014blanched, steamed, grilled, or pan-fried.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recipes_to_Try_with_This_Dish\"><\/span>Recipes to Try with This Dish<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/chicken-thigh\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/chicken-thigh\/\">One Pot, 30 Minutes: Easy Chicken Thigh Stew Recipe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/spinach-stir-fry\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/spinach-stir-fry\/\">5-Minute Korean Food: Easy Spinach Stir-Fry Side Dish<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/potato-broccoli-salad\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/potato-broccoli-salad\/\">5-Minute Potato Broccoli Salad with Soy Mayo Dressing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/crispy-potato\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/crispy-potato\/\">Crispy Potato Pancakes \u2013 3 Easy Steps to Your New Favorite Recipe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/en\/making-eggplant-jeon\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/lrecipetips.com\/making-eggplant-jeon\/\">Making Eggplant Jeon: 1 Ingredient, 1 Pan, Endless Flavor (With a Flavorful Sauce)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Bite_from_Ssuangs_Everyday_Life\"><\/span>A Bite from Ssuang\u2019s Everyday Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eggplants feel like a real \u201cVIP\u201d ingredient these days\u2014so easy to cook and packed with nutrients. Every time I prepare them, I\u2019m surprised by how satisfying the results are. Especially in the summertime, I find myself reaching for eggplants over and over again.<br>Even just grilling and simmering them in a quick sauce creates a dish that feels both nourishing and special.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Grilled Eggplant in 5 Minutes \u2013 A Korean Summer Favorite<br \/>\nJuicy, tender eggplant grilled and simmered in a savory garlic soy glaze. Ready in just 5 minutes, this Korean-style side dish is simple, healthy, and full of flavor. 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Ready in just 5 minutes, this Korean-style side dish is simple, healthy, and full of flavor. 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