Description
Indulge in the savory-sweet delight of Miso Glazed Eggplant: 1 Glorious Taste, a Japanese-inspired dish that transforms simple roasted eggplant into an unforgettable culinary experience. With its glossy miso glaze made from rich white miso paste, honey, and fresh ginger, this easy-to-make side dish is perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. In just 10 minutes of prep time and a few simple steps, you’ll have a vibrant plate that impresses family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (as a non-alcoholic substitute for mirin)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds (optional garnish)
- Chopped green onions (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the eggplant into 1-inch cubes and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast the eggplant for 20-25 minutes until tender and lightly browned, flipping halfway through.
- Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, whisk together the miso paste, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic until smooth.
- Once the eggplant is done roasting, brush the miso glaze over the cubes and return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve warm, optionally garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 415mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg