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Recipe of Miso Eggplant (Nasu Dengaku)

Recipe of Miso Eggplant (Nasu Dengaku)
Nasu Dengaku is a classic Japanese dish featuring grilled eggplant glazed with a savory miso mixture. The eggplants are halved, scored, and generously coated with a blend of white miso paste, mirin, sake, and sugar. Baked until tender, the dish is then garnished with sesame seeds and green onions for a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Recipe Summary

Preparation 30 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Category Appetizer

Ingredients

  • 2 large eggplants, halved
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 tablespoon mirin
  • 1 tablespoon sake
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish

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Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Step 2
  • Score the cut side of each eggplant in half.
  • Step 3
  • In a bowl, mix miso paste, mirin, sake, and sugar.
  • Step 4
  • Spread the miso mixture over the cut side of the eggplants.
  • Step 5
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the eggplants are tender.
  • Step 6
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Miso Eggplant (Nasu Dengaku) and get the best results.

  • Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
  • Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
  • Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning

Variations of this recipe

Try these delicious variations of Miso Eggplant (Nasu Dengaku) to give a different touch to your preparation.

  • Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
  • Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
  • Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables

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