Anonymous August 20 2005

1 med Eggplant; peel, slice 1/4\\\

Place eggplant in single kable bamboo or metal steamer. Steam until

tender and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes. Sesame sauce: Heat

oil over medium-low heat; saute garlic and ginger until soft but not

brown, about 3 minutes. Set aside. In small bowl, mix sugar, tamari

and vinegar; stir until sugar is dissolved. Add sesame oil. reserved

garlic mixture and sesame seeds. Spoon over eggplant, tossing lightly

to mix.