Three Earthly Delicacies
Chinese

Three Earthly Delicacies

A sizzling harmony of tender eggplants, crispy potatoes, and spicy green peppers that dance in a garlicky soy glaze.

PotatoPotato
EggplantEggplant
Green Chili PepperGreen Chili Pepper
GarlicGarlic
Soy SauceSoy Sauce
SugarSugar
Easy18 min

Where it comes from

Three Earthly Delicacies hails from the fertile lands of Northeast China, where the bounty of the earth is celebrated in every bite. The dish reflects the region's agrarian roots, combining seasonal vegetables for a hearty meal that warms the soul.

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How it's made

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18 min active
  1. 1
    8 min

    Cut the potatoes, eggplant, and green chili peppers into bite-sized pieces. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat and fry the potatoes until golden and crispy, about 8 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  2. 2
    5 min

    In the same wok, fry the eggplant pieces until they are golden and tender, about 5 minutes. The eggplant should be soft and slightly caramelized.

  3. 3
    2 min

    Add minced garlic to the wok and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Return the potatoes and eggplant to the wok, along with the green chili peppers.

  4. 4
    3 min

    Pour in soy sauce and a teaspoon of sugar, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly. Cook for 3 minutes until the sauce is thickened and the vegetables are glazed.

    Watch out

    Stir constantly to prevent the sugar from burning and to ensure even coating.

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