Honey Soy Sriracha Eggplant Recipe with Texas Two-Step | Sweet Heat

Sweet Heat Meets Crispy Perfection

This honey soy sriracha eggplant is big flavor for very little effort. The eggplant turns crisp on the outside and tender inside, then gets tossed in a glaze that hits sweet, spicy, and savory all at once.

It takes a humble eggplant and makes it the most interesting thing on the plate. Reach for Cleve's Texas Two-Step for sweet heat, or Cleve's Gulf Coast for a brighter, citrus and herb edge. Either one deepens the glaze and keeps everything in balance.

Start to finish, it comes together fast in one skillet. Serve it as a side or pile it over rice for a quick meal.

Ingredients

(Serves 2 to 4)

• 1 large eggplant
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 4 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons sriracha
• 1 to 2 teaspoons wasabi
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons balsamic or rice wine vinegar
• 1 to 2 tablespoons Cleve's Texas Two-Step or Gulf Coast
• 3 to 4 tablespoons avocado, canola, or grapeseed oil
• Green onion, sliced
• Sesame seeds
• Salt
  
  

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the Eggplant

Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch slices or 1-inch cubes. Lightly salt it and let it sit a few minutes to draw out excess moisture. This step improves the texture and keeps the eggplant from turning soggy.

2. Heat the Pan

Heat the oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high until it reaches about 400 to 425°F. Proper heat is the key to a golden, crisp exterior.

3. Cook the Eggplant

Add the eggplant in batches without crowding the pan. Cook about 4 to 5 minutes per side, until browned and caramelized.

4. Mix the Sauce

In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, sriracha, wasabi, sesame oil, vinegar, and Cleve's seasoning. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.

5. Combine and Finish

Return all the eggplant to the skillet and pour the sauce over it. Toss and saute briefly on high heat until everything is evenly coated and heated through.

6. Garnish and Serve

Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve right away while hot.

Pro Tips

• Do not crowd the pan, or the eggplant steams instead of browning
• Salt the eggplant ahead of time for better texture
• High heat builds a better sear and finish
• Toss the eggplant in a light coating of cornstarch before cooking for extra crispiness
• Adjust the sriracha and wasabi to set your own heat level
  
  

Serving Suggestions

Pair this dish with:

• Steamed rice
• Noodles
• Stir-fried vegetables
• Grilled chicken or shrimp
• Lettuce wraps for a lighter plate

The result is rich and well-balanced, the kind of side that quietly outshines the main. Sweet honey, deep soy, sharp heat from the sriracha and wasabi, and a nutty hit of sesame all play off each other.

Cleve's Texas Two-Step or Gulf Coast pulls every element together into one bold, cohesive bite. Make it once and it earns a spot in your weeknight rotation.

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