Japanese Eggplant with Miso
Elevate your side dish game with this delectable Japanese Eggplant with Miso recipe—a savory masterpiece that blends tender, caramelized eggplant with a rich, umami-packed miso glaze. Perfectly seared in fragrant sesame oil and infused with a mouthwatering combination of white miso, soy sauce, mirin, and a hint of sweetness, this dish strikes the ideal balance of flavors. Garnished with fresh scallions and optional sesame seeds for a touch of crunch, it’s a versatile accompaniment that shines alongside steamed rice or grilled proteins. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a quick, flavorful way to enjoy the delicate texture and subtle sweetness of Japanese eggplant while showcasing the iconic flavors of Japanese cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Japanese eggplants
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons White miso paste
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 pieces Scallions (green onions), sliced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Wash the Japanese eggplants and pat them dry. Slice them in half lengthwise.
Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Place the eggplant halves cut-side down in the skillet. Sear them for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the skin side. Remove and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the white miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and water until smooth to create the miso glaze.
Reduce the heat to low, and return the seared eggplants to the skillet, cut-side up. Spoon the miso glaze over the cut sides of the eggplant evenly.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the eggplants cook for another 5 minutes, allowing them to absorb the glaze and become tender.
Once done, transfer the eggplants to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds, if using.
Serve warm as a side dish or over a bowl of steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 413 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
