Crisped Miso-Glazed Eggplant Donburi Bowl

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-29 · Updated 2026-06-29

Tender eggplant slices glazed with a savory miso sauce, served over steamed rice with scallions and sesame seeds. This Japanese-inspired rice and grain recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium Japanese eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
• 3 tbsp white miso paste
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 cups steamed jasmine rice
• 3 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp brown sugar until smooth and set aside.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 medium Japanese eggplant rounds cut into 1/2-inch thick slices in a single layer and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and tender.
3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium-low and brush the miso glaze evenly over each eggplant slice. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the glaze to caramelize and become sticky.
4. Step 4: Divide 4 cups steamed jasmine rice evenly among four bowls. Arrange the glazed eggplant on top and garnish with 3 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.