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Miso Sesame Eggplant

Japanese-inspired

Roasted eggplant halves brushed with a savory miso glaze.

Servings (recipe yield)
3 servings
Prep time
10 min
Cook time
25 min
Rest / chill / soak
0 min
Total time
35 min

Estimated times for this version of the recipe. Equipment, ingredient preparation and batch size can change the timing.

Ingredients

  • 2, about 1 lb Japanese eggplants
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 2 tbsp white miso
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Halve the eggplants lengthwise, score the cut sides shallowly and rub with neutral oil.
  2. Roast cut side down until tender, 18 to 22 minutes. Whisk miso, vinegar, maple syrup and sesame oil.
  3. Turn the eggplants, spread on the glaze and return to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Source: Pantry Formula original recipe · Public-domain source license

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