Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Broccoli and Sesame Rice
Eggplant roasted in a savory miso glaze, served atop sesame rice with steamed broccoli. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs miso paste, rice vinegar, sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, 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, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds eggplant
- 3 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 large head, cut into florets broccoli
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, whisk 3 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tsp sesame oil until smooth.
- Step 2: Arrange eggplant slices in a single layer on a baking sheet; brush with 2/3 of the miso glaze, then roast for 20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 3: Steam broccoli florets for 5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender; set aside.
- Step 4: Toss cooked rice with remaining miso glaze and 1 tbsp sesame seeds; serve eggplant over rice with steamed broccoli, garnished with sliced green onions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Broccoli and Sesame Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 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 with Broccoli and Sesame Rice?
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 miso paste from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Broccoli and Sesame Rice?
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 with Broccoli and Sesame Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 with Broccoli and Sesame Rice vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Love how the Asian come through in every bite.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 25-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
