Pan-Roasted Eggplant with Miso-Sesame Glaze and Scallion Garnish

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Tender eggplant slices pan-roasted and coated with a rich miso-sesame glaze, topped with fresh scallions for an umami-packed vegetarian dish. This Japanese-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Chinese eggplants, white miso paste, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 3, 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: 15 min Serves 3 Japanese cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp mirin, and 1 tsp sugar until smooth to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the 2 medium Chinese eggplants sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds in a single layer.
  3. Step 3: Cook the eggplant slices for about 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and tender, flipping carefully with a spatula.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to low and brush the miso-sesame glaze generously on each eggplant slice. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the glaze to caramelize slightly and coat the eggplant.
  5. Step 5: Transfer eggplant to a serving plate and sprinkle with 3 thinly sliced scallion stalks. Serve warm as a flavorful vegetarian side or main.

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