Susan'S Japanese Eggplant (Aubergine) Teriyaki - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb Japanese eggplant, about 4-6
vegetable oil, to saute
2 -3 drops sesame oil, few drops
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sake, can use sauterne, can use mirin
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon gingerroot, grated
toasted sesame seeds

Preparation

Cut eggplants into 1\" slices and soak in water for 10-15 minutes. Drain and dry them.
Heat large, non-stick skillet and add 1/8 inch of vegetable oil and cook the eggplant slices on both sides until tender, adding more oil as needed.
Remove from heat.
Combine the other ingredients, except the seeds, including a few drops of sesame oil. Add to eggplant and let it sit for 10-20 minutes marinating.
Before serving, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Serve warm or at room temperature.