Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Toasted Sesame

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Crispy eggplant slices infused with umami miso glaze, topped with nutty sesame seeds for a deeply savory vegetarian dish. This japanese-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs medium (about 1.2 lbs) eggplant, white miso paste, mirin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 185 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.

★ 3.7 (12 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 185 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Slice eggplants lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick planks and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush both sides with 1 tsp sesame oil and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: Bake for 20 minutes until edges are golden and tender, flipping halfway through.
  3. Step 3: While eggplants bake, whisk together 3 tbsp miso paste, 1/4 cup mirin, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Remove eggplants from oven. Brush both sides generously with miso glaze, then return to oven for 5 minutes until glazed and slightly caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Transfer to a serving plate, drizzle with extra glaze, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions. Serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Toasted Sesame 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 with Toasted Sesame?

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 Toasted Sesame?

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 Toasted Sesame 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.

What goes well with Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Toasted Sesame?

Japanese vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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