How to Make White Eggplant Sauté - A Step-by-Step Guide

White eggplant, also known as ghost eggplant or albino eggplant, is a unique and less common variety of eggplant with a delicate, creamy flesh and a slightly milder flavor compared to traditional purple eggplants. This versatile and delicious vegetable is perfect for sautéing, as its soft texture absorbs flavors well while maintaining a firm texture. If you're looking for a new way to incorporate this white beauty into your meals, then this white eggplant sauté recipe is the perfect choice.

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Ingredients

  • 3 small white eggplants, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 teaspoons salt, or as needed
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • ⅓ cup finely chopped shallots
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons crushed garlic
  • 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Toss eggplant with salt in a colander. Place a small bowl underneath and let sit for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 8 hours.
  • Rinse eggplant lightly under cold water and blot dry with paper towels.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it starts to shimmer. Add eggplant and stir-fry until cooked through and browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving dish.
  • Combine shallots, parsley, basil, capers, lemon juice, remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse a few times to combine, then toss the mixture into the skillet. Sauté over medium heat for about 5 minutes, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Pour sauce over eggplant and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    259 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 1372mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 41mg
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1095mg