Nasu Dengaku Broiled Japanese Eggplants with Miso

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with Nasu Dengaku, a traditional Japanese recipe featuring tender broiled Japanese eggplants topped with a savory-sweet miso glaze. Perfectly caramelized under the broiler, these eggplant halves are irresistibly rich and flavorful, thanks to the umami-packed blend of white miso, mirin, sake, and a touch of sugar. The light charring adds depth to the dish, while optional garnishes like nutty sesame seeds and fresh scallions provide a delightful finishing touch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal as a standalone vegetarian dish or as a hearty accompaniment to steamed rice. Bursting with authentic Japanese flavors, Nasu Dengaku is a simple yet sophisticated dish that will impress any dinner guest. Keywords: Nasu Dengaku recipe, Japanese eggplants with miso, broiled eggplant dish, miso glaze, authentic Japanese side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 3 Japanese eggplants
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons White miso paste
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Sake
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 Scallions (optional, sliced for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven's broiler to high and position a rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

Step 2

Slice the Japanese eggplants in half lengthwise. Use a small knife to score the cut sides in a crisscross pattern, being careful not to cut through the skin.

Step 3

Brush the cut sides of the eggplants with vegetable oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 4

Place the eggplants cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 5

Broil the eggplants for 5-7 minutes, or until the flesh becomes tender and begins to lightly brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Step 6

In a small saucepan, combine the white miso paste, mirin, sugar, and sake. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture forms a smooth, glossy glaze. Remove from the heat.

Step 7

Spread a generous layer of the miso glaze over the cut sides of the broiled eggplants using a spoon or brush.

Step 8

Return the eggplants to the broiler for another 2-4 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and bubbling. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.

Step 9

Remove the eggplants from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions if desired.

Step 10

Serve the Nasu Dengaku warm as a side dish or with steamed rice for a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(463.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	558.6

Total Fat 30.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1597.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 42.7g
Protein 9.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.2mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 931.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 43.4%