Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Charred Corn
Eggplant slices coated in a savory miso-honey glaze, roasted until tender, served atop smoky charred corn. This japanese-american-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs medium eggplant, cubed, miso paste, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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 eggplant, cubed
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 2 cubed medium eggplant in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp chipotle powder, then roast for 25 minutes until tender and golden.
- Step 2: While eggplant roasts, whisk together 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp lime juice in a small bowl.
- Step 3: After roasting, brush the eggplant with the miso mixture and return to oven for 5 minutes to glaze.
- Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup corn kernels and 1/2 tsp cumin, cooking for 5 minutes until slightly charred.
- Step 5: Serve glazed eggplant topped with charred corn, garnished with 2 tbsp fresh chopped cilantro.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Charred Corn take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Charred Corn?
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 medium eggplant, cubed from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Charred Corn?
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 Charred Corn 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 Charred Corn gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this miso-glazed are incredible.
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
