Miso Glazed Eggplant
Miso Glazed Eggplant is a savory and slightly sweet Japanese-inspired dish featuring tender, roasted eggplant coated in a rich miso glaze, perfect as a flavorful side or vegetarian main.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, halved lengthwise
- 3 tablespoons white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 1 tablespoon sake
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Score the flesh of the eggplant halves in a crisscross pattern, being careful not to pierce the skin.
- Brush the eggplant halves with vegetable oil and place them cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Roast the eggplants for 20-25 minutes, until the flesh is soft and lightly browned.
- While the eggplants roast, combine the miso paste, mirin, sake, soy sauce, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
- Remove the eggplants from the oven and evenly spread the miso glaze over the cut surfaces.
- Return the eggplants to the oven and broil for 2-4 minutes until the glaze bubbles and caramelizes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, serve with steamed rice and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. You can also add a splash of rice vinegar to the glaze for a slight tang.
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