Yaki Yasai

Yaki Yasai is a delicious Japanese baked dish featuring a vibrant mix of seasonal vegetables, seasoned with a savory miso glaze, and baked to perfection. It's a wholesome and satisfying option that celebrates the natural flavors of fresh produce.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 200 grams
• Zucchini - 150 grams
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 100 grams
• Carrot - 100 grams
• Mushrooms (shiitake or button) - 100 grams
• Green onions - 2 stalks
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Miso paste - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Wash and chop the eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, carrot, and mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the miso paste, soy sauce, and mirin to create the miso glaze.
5. Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Drizzle the miso glaze over the vegetables and toss lightly to combine.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes satiety.

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