Miso Dengaku

Miso Dengaku is a delightful Japanese dish featuring grilled eggplant coated in a savory miso glaze, perfect for a hearty vegetarian breakfast. This dish is both umami-rich and visually appealing, making it a great start to the day.

Ingredients

• Japanese eggplant - 2 medium
• White miso paste - 4 tablespoons
• Mirin - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or broiler to medium-high heat.
2. Cut the Japanese eggplants in half lengthwise and score the flesh in a crisscross pattern, being careful not to cut through the skin.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the white miso paste, mirin, sugar, and sesame oil until smooth.
4. Brush the miso mixture generously over the cut sides of the eggplant.
5. Place the eggplant cut-side up on the grill or under the broiler and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the eggplant is tender and the glaze is bubbling and slightly caramelized.
6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from eggplant, which may help reduce inflammation.
• Miso provides probiotics that can support gut health.

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