I typically make a double batch of the sauce to have on hand, just in case I need to whip up a quick meal of tree bark and leaves. It does reheat beautifully.
Seriously, this is wonderful on roasted winter squash, shrimp, grilled mushrooms, chicken…whatever you have on hand. For the eggplant I plan on one medium eggplant per two people, and I just partially peel it, cut it into strips, then brush or spray with olive oil to lightly coat. Spread out on a baking sheet and roast at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes, stirring once, until it is golden brown. Here is the delectable sauce:
Spicy Peanut Sauce
1 cup coconut milk (regular or light–light will be a little thinner in texture)
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons crushed garlic
juice of one lime
2 green onions, trimmed and chopped
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (adjust to taste)
chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients except cilantro and bring to a low boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and serve over the roasted eggplant, sprinkling with the cilantro just before serving.
Thanks for reading,
-Angela

love this what a wonderful sauce
This looks most excellent! I'm intrigued by the bark and leaves, but I'm thinking the eggplant is a little more tender. Good choice. 🙂
Tree bark, huh? Yeah, I think I'll go with the roasted eggplant, thankyouverymuch. I love the idea of the peanut sauce (especially the spicy part). It looks and sounds delicious.
Yeah, the tree bark takes a long braise…
Really, it would make a bowl of dirt taste good. But the eggplant is much better.