Asian Miso-Glazed Eggplant

Ingredients

• 2 large eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

• 3 tablespoons white miso paste
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 02
   Arrange the eggplant slices on the prepared baking sheet and brush both sides with vegetable oil.
3. 03
   Roast the eggplant in the oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
4. 04
   While the eggplant is roasting, prepare the miso glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, sugar, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
5. 05
   Remove the eggplant from the oven and brush the tops generously with the miso glaze.
6. 06
   Return the glazed eggplant to the oven and broil on high for 2-3 minutes, until the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
7. 07
   Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
8. 08
   Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions or sesame seeds if desired.