Miso-Glazed Roasted Eggplant with Sesame Rice

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A silky-smooth eggplant dish with a savory-sweet miso glaze, paired with nutty sesame rice for a satisfying vegan dinner. This japanese-inspired vegan (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs medium, cut into 1-inch cubes 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 340 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 2 medium eggplants, cut into 1-inch cubes, with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp salt on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp white miso paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp sugar in a small bowl until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Bake eggplant for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender. Brush with 1 tbsp miso glaze during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
  4. Step 4: Mix 1 cup cooked white rice with 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds in a bowl.
  5. Step 5: Arrange roasted eggplant over rice, drizzling with remaining miso glaze. Serve warm with extra sesame seeds for garnish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Roasted Eggplant with Sesame Rice take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Roasted Eggplant with 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 white miso paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Roasted Eggplant with 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 Roasted Eggplant with Sesame 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 Roasted Eggplant with Sesame Rice vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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