Miso Glazed Eggplant: 1 Glorious Taste
Roasted until tender and brushed with a savory-sweet miso glaze, this miso glazed eggplant is bursting with umami flavor in every caramelized bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish / Main (Vegetarian)
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Miso Glaze
¼ cup white miso paste
2 tablespoons mirin
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 clove garlic, minced
Garnish (Optional)
Sesame seeds
Chopped green onions
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Roast the Eggplant
Toss eggplant cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
Make the Miso Glaze
While the eggplant roasts, whisk together miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth.
Glaze the Eggplant
Remove eggplant from oven and brush generously with the miso glaze.
Caramelize
Return to the oven and bake for 5–7 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and slightly caramelized.
Serve
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
White miso offers a mild, slightly sweet flavor—ideal for roasting.
Cut eggplant evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
For a vegan version, substitute maple syrup for honey.
Serve over rice, noodles, or alongside grilled protein.
