Side Dish
•Miso Glazed Griddled Aubergine with Toasted Sesame
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 people
Level
easy
Rating
(1)
Miso Glazed Griddled Aubergine with Toasted Sesame
This variation elevates simple griddled aubergine with a rich, savory-sweet miso glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the hot pan. Finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions, it brings a delightful Japanese-inspired umami punch to your table.
Ingredients
2 large aubergines (eggplants), sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp white miso paste
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp mirin
1 tbsp sugar or honey
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- 1
Slice the aubergines into rounds roughly 1/2 inch thick and brush both sides lightly with vegetable oil.
- 2
Heat a griddle pan or large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and sesame oil until the mixture is smooth.
- 4
Place the aubergine slices on the hot griddle and cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side until distinct char marks appear and the flesh begins to soften.
- 5
Flip the slices and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the second side until tender throughout.
- 6
Brush the miso glaze generously onto the top of each slice while still in the pan, allowing the sauce to bubble and caramelize slightly for the final minute of cooking.
- 7
Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning, transfer to a serving platter, and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
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