Miso Glazed Eggplant Burger

This Miso Glazed Eggplant Burger combines the umami-rich flavors of miso with tender grilled eggplant, served on a soft bun. It's a deliciously unique, dairy-free option that brings a taste of Korea to your burger night.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium
• Miso paste - 2 tablespoons
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Burger buns - 2
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Cucumber - 1/2, sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Pickled radish - optional, for topping

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
2. Slice the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture, then rinse and pat dry.
3. In a small bowl, mix together miso paste, maple syrup, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the glaze.
4. Brush the eggplant slices with vegetable oil and then generously coat both sides with the miso glaze.
5. Place the glazed eggplant on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until tender and slightly charred.
6. While the eggplant is grilling, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly on the grill.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing a piece of grilled eggplant on each bun, adding lettuce, tomato slices, cucumber slices, and chopped green onions. Top with pickled radish if desired.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Miso Glazed Eggplant Burgers.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Eggplant is rich in antioxidants, promoting heart health.
• Miso provides beneficial probiotics that support gut health.

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