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Incredible Miso Glazed Eggplant: 1 Amazing Dish

Miso Glazed Eggplant Incredible

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This incredible miso glazed eggplant recipe delivers an umami bomb of flavor. Easy to make, this delicious miso eggplant is a perfect vegetarian side dish or appetizer. Learn how to make miso glazed eggplant that’s tender on the inside and slightly caramelized on the outside.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large eggplant
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
  • Chopped scallions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the eggplant into 1-inch cubes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, sugar, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using) to create the miso glaze.
  4. Toss the eggplant cubes with the miso glaze until evenly coated.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet or baking sheet over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the glazed eggplant to the skillet in a single layer.
  7. Roast the miso glazed eggplant for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and lightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
  8. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions before serving your incredible miso eggplant.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, let the eggplant marinate in the miso glaze for 15-30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don’t have mirin, you can substitute with 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar mixed with 1 teaspoon of sugar.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes to your spice preference for this delicious miso eggplant.
  • This recipe is for a versatile miso eggplant side dish that pairs well with many main courses.

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