Gaji Namul (Steamed Eggplant Side Dish)

Ingredients

• 2 medium size Korean/Asian eggplants
• 1 scallion (finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1-1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red chili pepper flakes)
• 1 teaspoon roasted sesame seeds
• pinch pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the eggplants lengthwise in quarters. Then cut crosswise into about 2-inch pieces.

2. 2

   Boil the water in a pot with a steamer tier or basket over high heat, covered. Place the eggplant pieces in the steamer, and steam until softened but still a bit firm, about 3 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer to a bowl to cool. Add all of the remaining ingredients and gently toss everything together. Add more soy sauce or gochugaru to taste if needed.