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recette Aubergine japonaise au miso

Miso Japanese Eggplant Recipe

Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Course: Main course, Side dish, Starter
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 eggplants (Japanese if possible)
  • 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil

FOR THE SAUCE

  • 1 pressed garlic clove
  • 3 centimeters fresh ginger (or 1 teaspoon powder)
  • 4 tablespoons Mirin (or dry white wine)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white miso

TO SERVE

  • Golden sesame seeds
  • 1 spring onion finely chopped

Instructions

  • Wash and dry the aubergines then cut them into large cubes or 2 centimeter sections.
  • Heat the oil in a large sauté pan then brown the aubergines on all sides, stirring regularly until tender.
    You can add a little oil or water during cooking if necessary.
  • Peel the garlic and place it in a bowl.
  • Peel the ginger and chop it finely and place it in the bowl.
  • In this same bowl, add the mirin (or wine), honey, soy sauce, miso and chilli if you wish.
    Stir until everything is smooth.
  • Pour this mixture over the eggplant and increase the heat for about 2 to 3 minutes to reduce the sauce. Lower the heat and cook for a few more minutes.
  • To serve, sprinkle with sesame seeds and finely chopped spring onion.
    Taste without waiting.