Miso Glazed Eggplant (Print Version)

Roasted eggplant halves brushed with sweet white miso glaze and broiled to a caramelized, umami finish.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium eggplants, halved lengthwise

→ Miso Glaze

02 - 3 tbsp white miso paste (shiro miso)
03 - 1½ tbsp mirin
04 - 1½ tbsp sake
05 - 1½ tbsp sugar
06 - 1 tbsp soy sauce
07 - 1 tbsp sesame oil

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
09 - 2 green onions, finely sliced

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Score the flesh of each eggplant half in a crosshatch pattern, being careful not to cut through the skin.
03 - Brush the cut sides lightly with sesame oil and place eggplants cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25 minutes, or until the flesh is soft and lightly browned.
05 - Meanwhile, prepare the miso glaze: In a small saucepan, combine miso paste, mirin, sake, sugar, and soy sauce. Heat over low, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat.
06 - Remove eggplants from the oven and spread a generous layer of miso glaze over the cut sides.
07 - Return to the oven and broil (grill) on high for 3-5 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbling and caramelized. Watch closely to avoid burning.
08 - Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This miso glaze clings perfectly to the roasted eggplant, making each bite feel like a restaurant treat.
  • The entire dish comes together in under an hour without fancy skills or rare ingredients.
02 -
  • If you glaze too soon or too thick, the top can burn long before the inside is tender.
  • Slicing the green onions as fine as possible makes each bite pop with brightness.
03 -
  • Let the glaze cool for a minute or two before brushing it on, so it stays thick and clings better to the eggplant.
  • Use a sharp knife and score deep enough to let the flavors soak in, but never cut through the skin.
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