Creamy Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Sesame Seeds

Name: Creamy Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Sesame Seeds
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 2 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds eggplant; 2 tbsp white miso paste; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tsp sesame seeds; 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Velvety roasted eggplant coated in a savory-sweet miso glaze, finished with toasted sesame seeds for nutty contrast.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

2 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds eggplant
2 tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp sesame seeds
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange eggplant slices in a single layer on a baking sheet, brushing lightly with 1 tsp sesame oil.
Step 2: Whisk miso paste, 1 tbsp maple syrup, and 1 tsp rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth. Brush half over eggplant slices.
Step 3: Roast for 20 minutes until edges are caramelized. Brush with remaining glaze, sprinkle with 1 tsp sesame seeds, and return to oven for 5 minutes until glaze bubbles and thickens.