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Miso Glazed Eggplant

A delicious dish featuring roasted eggplants glazed with a sweet and savory miso sauce, perfect for a quick meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 medium medium eggplants
  • 3 tablespoons miso paste
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • Sesame seeds for garnish Optional
  • Chopped green onions for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh in a diamond pattern.
  3. In a bowl, mix miso paste, honey or maple syrup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger until well combined.
  4. Brush the miso glaze generously over the eggplant halves.
Roasting
  1. Place the eggplants cut side up on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 25-30 minutes, until tender and caramelized.
  2. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Store leftover eggplant in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving again. Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey or maple syrup, or add a pinch of chili flakes for some heat.