Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Rice
Sweet-savory eggplant coated in rich miso glaze, served over steamed jasmine rice. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs large eggplant, white miso paste, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 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
- 1 large eggplant
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1.25 cups water
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1 large eggplant into 1/2-inch thick slices. Brush both sides with 1 tsp sesame oil and place on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 2 tbsp water until smooth. Brush half over eggplant slices.
- Step 3: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, brushing with remaining glaze halfway. Steam 1 cup jasmine rice with 1.25 cups water for 15 minutes until fluffy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Rice take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 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 large eggplant from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Eggplant with 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 Rice 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 with Rice 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
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Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
