Roasted Umami Eggplant & Tofu with Potatoes

Roasted Umami Eggplant & Tofu with Potatoes
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 2 People

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp of Kun Taste Chili Mushroom Sauce
  • 1 tbsp of Water;
  • 1 medium Eggplant
  • 1 block of Firm Tofu
  • 1 tbsp of olive oil
  • Optional: Chopped spring onions or coriander for garnish

 

Cooking Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the Chili Mushroom Sauce and water (3:1 ratio) until smooth. This dilution ensures the sauce penetrates deep into the ingredients without burning.

  2. Prep the Eggplant: Halve the eggplant lengthwise. Use a knife to score a diamond pattern into the flesh (cross-hatch), being careful not to cut through the skin.

  3. Coat the Eggplant: Generously brush the diluted mushroom sauce over the scored surface of the eggplant, ensuring it seeps into the cuts.

  4. Mix Tofu & Potatoes: In a separate bowl, combine the tofu slices (3x3x1 cm) and potato cubes. Add the remaining sauce and a drizzle of oil, tossing gently until every piece is evenly coated.

  5. Roast: Arrange the eggplant, tofu, and potatoes on a parchment-lined baking tray. Roast in a preheated oven at 200°C for 15 minutes until the eggplant is soft and the potatoes are golden.


Pro Tips:

  • Scoring the eggplant not only helps it cook faster but also creates "pockets" that hold the rich mushroom bits from the sauce.

  • For extra crispy potatoes, you can par-boil the potato cubes for 5 minutes before tossing them with the sauce.

  • Ensure the tofu is patted dry before slicing to help the sauce adhere better and achieve a firmer texture after roasting.