Jasmine and Sweet Basil Spicy Eggplant

== Ingredients ==
* 1 cup jasmine rice
* 2 tbsp peanut or vegetable oil
* ½ to 1 tsp. crushed red pepper, or to taste
* 3 baby eggplants, cubed into bite-sized chunks
* 1 medium-sized onion, diced
* 1 medium-sized red bell pepper, seeded and diced
* 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
* 2 tbsp white vinegar
* 3 tbsp dark soy sauce, such as tamari
* 2 tbsp dark brown sugar
* 20 leaves fresh basil, shredded or torn
== Directions ==
# Cook jasmine rice according to package directions.
# Meanwhile, heat a deep skillet or wok-shaped pan over high heat.
# Add oil and crushed red pepper, and let sizzle for 10 to 15 seconds.
# Add eggplant, and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes.
# Add onion, bell pepper and garlic, and stir-fry for 3 minutes more.
# Add vinegar and soy sauce.
# Sprinkle with sugar, and toss for 1 or 2 minutes longer.
# Remove pan from heat, add basil leaves and toss to combine with eggplant.
# Serve over hot cooked rice.
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