Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 -2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, up to you
  • 2/3 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • 4 teaspoons tamari
  • 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 2 medium eggplants
  • vegetable oil, for brushing

Method

  • In a medium saucepan heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic and red pepper flakes.
  • Saute for 1 minute.
  • Whisk in the peanut butter, tamari, lime juice, sugar and water, cooking for 2 minutes.
  • Add a touch of water-you want the sauce to be the consistency of hot fudge sauce.
  • Keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat your grill to medium high heat.
  • Slice the eggplant 1/2 inch thick.
  • Brush both sides with oil and lightly salt.
  • Grill for 8-10 minutes or until tender and lightly browned.
  • Brush lightly with sauce and serve with remaining sauce.