Sichuan Eggplant

This Sichuan eggplant dish features tender Asian eggplants cooked until blistered, then coated in a savory, tingly sauce. The sauce gets its kick from chili bean paste and the characteristic numbing sensation of Sichuan peppercorns, balanced with ginger, garlic, and a touch of sweetness and tang. It comes together quickly once the ingredients are prepped, making it a flavorful side or light main.