This Man's Cook Beef and Chili Eggplant Stir-Fry

• beef 200g
• eggplant 2 pieces
• chili peppers 100g (about 2 handfuls)
• green onion white part 20cm
• red pepper 2 pieces
• sugar half tablespoon
• mirin 5 tablespoons
• soy sauce 4 tablespoons
• sesame oil 2 tablespoons
• minced garlic 1.5 tablespoons
• oyster sauce 1 tablespoon
• honey syrup (or corn syrup) 3 tablespoons
• black pepper 2 pinches
• toasted sesame seeds 1 tablespoon

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Eggplant absorbs oil easily, so microwaving it first to remove moisture helps reduce oil intake and improves texture, making it firmer and chewier.
• After adding the sauce, maintain high heat throughout cooking. Continue stir-frying until the sauce sticks to the pan and starts to burn slightly—this ensures deep, rich flavor.
• If honey syrup is unavailable, substitute with corn syrup, but honey syrup provides a more natural sweetness and glossy finish without overpowering the dish.