Description
Miso Glazed Eggplant is a flavorful and healthy side dish that brings a delightful Japanese-inspired twist to your table. This recipe features tender roasted eggplant coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze made from white miso paste, fresh ginger, and garlic. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a dinner party or a quick weeknight meal, this dish impresses with its rich taste and beautiful presentation. It pairs wonderfully with rice, quinoa, or your favorite protein, making it an excellent addition to any meal. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the eggplant into 1-inch cubes and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- While roasting, whisk together miso paste, vinegar, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- After roasting, brush the miso glaze generously over the eggplant and return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg