Description
Miso-Ginger Glazed Eggplant with Sesame Seeds is a delicious and healthy dish that combines the rich flavors of miso and ginger with tender roasted eggplant, topped with toasted sesame seeds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1-inch thick rounds
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, grated ginger, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Place the sliced eggplant on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with vegetable oil and sesame oil.
- Generously spread the miso-ginger glaze over the eggplant slices, making sure to coat them well.
- Roast the eggplant in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the eggplant is tender and slightly caramelized.
- Remove the eggplant from the oven and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the glaze.
- Serve the glazed eggplant over cooked rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg