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Miso Eggplant

Silky eggplant braised in a savory miso-ginger broth, ready in 15 minutes. Authentic nasu no nimono simplified for weeknight dinners.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
145
Protein
3g
Miso Eggplant
comfortsimplejapanesevegetarianveganvegetariansoftsilky

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cut eggplants in half lengthwise, then score the flesh in a crosshatch pattern without piercing the skin.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Place eggplants flesh-side down in the skillet and sear 2 minutes until lightly golden, then flip skin-side down.

  4. Step 4

    Whisk miso, ginger, soy sauce, sugar, and broth together. Pour the mixture around the eggplants.

  5. Step 5

    Cover and simmer on medium for 8 minutes until eggplant is fork-tender and liquid reduces by half.

  6. Step 6

    Uncover and drizzle with pan sauce. Serve hot with steamed rice if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet with lid
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • whisk
  • measuring spoons

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