Description
Enjoy a simple and delicious Miso Glazed Eggplant, a Japanese-inspired side dish that’s perfect for any meal. This recipe features tender eggplant brushed with a savory and slightly sweet miso glaze, then roasted to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
- Green onions, sliced for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the eggplant into 1-inch cubes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the glaze.
- Place the eggplant cubes on a baking sheet.
- Brush the eggplant generously with the miso glaze.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender and caramelized, flipping halfway through.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the eggplant is evenly coated with the glaze for the best flavor.
- You can also grill the eggplant for a smoky flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness or saltiness of the glaze to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg