Miso-Glazed Eggplant 'Rings' with Sesame Greens
Crispy eggplant rings coated in savory-sweet miso glaze, served atop a bed of nutty sesame-herbed greens for a vibrant vegan meal. This vegetarian-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free, vegan) ready in about 40 minutes pairs white miso paste, rice vinegar, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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, cut into 1/2-inch thick rings eggplant
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 4 cups, chopped baby bok choy
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp vegetable broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange eggplant rings on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush both sides with 1 tsp sesame oil, and season lightly with salt.
- Step 2: Bake for 20 minutes until edges are golden and tender, flipping halfway through.
- Step 3: While eggplant bakes, whisk miso paste, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and remaining 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 4: Heat vegetable broth and garlic in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant (about 1 minute), then stir in miso mixture and simmer for 2 minutes until glossy.
- Step 5: Toss baby bok choy in skillet with miso glaze until wilted and coated (about 30 seconds), then divide between plates.
- Step 6: Top with baked eggplant rings and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Eggplant 'Rings' with Sesame Greens take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Miso-Glazed Eggplant 'Rings' with Sesame Greens?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep white miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Eggplant 'Rings' with Sesame Greens?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Miso-Glazed Eggplant 'Rings' with Sesame Greens for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Miso-Glazed Eggplant 'Rings' with Sesame Greens gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
