PICKLED EGGPLANT - NASU NO SHIOMOMI ~ japanese food & recipes

JAPANESE FOOD & THE RECIPES

Japanese food such as sushi, sashimi, yakitori, tempura etc are the 'hip' meals now adays.. It has lots of varieties, and fun to make. Practical and easy to pack for lunch or outing or even party. I know that sometimes it's not easy to put it together into the right shape and taste, but don't worry.. you can get some help to create your personilize dishes.
Well.. these are some recipes that I've been trying for my family meals and specially for my daughter's lunch pack and also for bbq gathering.
So, I hope it's worth trying it and starting to love this easy, healthy and fun meals.......

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

PICKLED EGGPLANT - NASU NO SHIOMOMI

Yields : 1 cup
Preparation time: 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS:
250 g Japanese eggplants, washed, halved lengthwise and cut into 1 cm slices
2 tsp salt
sesame seed, roasted and crushed to garnish (optional)

HOW TO MAKE :

1. Sprinkle the eggplants with the salt and set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Squeeze gently in a muslin cloth to remove moisture.
3. Serve garnished with the sesame seeds.