Fragrant Eggplant Casserole for Digestive Health Recipe

Ingredients: 

2 large eggplants, sliced

1 onion, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

1 tablespoon ginger, minced

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions: 

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a large bowl, mix together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger to create a marinade.

3. Add the sliced eggplants to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for about 15 minutes.

4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated eggplants and cook until they are tender and slightly browned about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

5. In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed, and sauté the sliced onion and bell peppers until they are soft and fragrant.

6. Transfer the cooked vegetables to a casserole dish. Layer the sautéed eggplants on top.

7. Cover the casserole dish with aluminium foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked through.

8. Once done, remove the foil, sprinkle with chopped green onions for garnish, and serve hot.

This fragrant eggplant casserole is not only savoury and satisfying but also gentle on the digestive system, making it a perfect choice for promoting digestive health according to Chinese medicine principles. Enjoy!