Seared Miso-Glazed Eggplant with Scallion and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

Tender eggplant slices glazed with a savory miso sauce, seared until caramelized and topped with scallions and toasted sesame seeds. This Japanese-inspired Father’s Day recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs white miso paste, mirin, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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.

Ingredients

• 2 medium Japanese eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 3 tbsp white miso paste
• 2 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white miso paste, 2 tbsp mirin, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tbsp water until smooth to make the glaze.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Step 3: Add the 1/2-inch thick eggplant slices in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and tender.
4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low, brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the miso glaze, and cook for 1-2 more minutes per side until the glaze caramelizes.
5. Step 5: Transfer eggplant to a serving plate, sprinkle with 2 thinly sliced scallion stalks and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
6. Step 6: Serve warm as a flavorful Japanese-inspired side dish or vegetarian main.