Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Scallion and Sesame Dressing

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An umami-rich Japanese-inspired dish featuring roasted eggplant glazed with savory miso and topped with a fresh scallion-sesame dressing. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs medium, halved lengthwise eggplants, white miso paste, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Score the flesh of 2 medium halved eggplants in a crosshatch pattern, then brush with 2 tbsp vegetable oil.
  2. Step 2: Place the eggplants cut-side up on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until tender and edges start to caramelize.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp sake, and 1 tsp sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Remove eggplants from oven and generously brush the miso glaze over the cut surfaces. Return to the oven and broil for 3-4 minutes until the glaze bubbles and darkens slightly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil over the eggplants. Sprinkle with 3 finely sliced scallions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Scallion and Sesame Dressing 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 Scallion and Sesame Dressing?

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 with Scallion and Sesame Dressing?

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 Scallion and Sesame Dressing 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 Scallion and Sesame Dressing 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.

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