Ingredients
1 large eggplant
3 tbsp of white miso
2 tbsp of mirin
2 tbsp of sake (optional)
1 tbsp of grapeseed oil
1 tbsp of honey
1 tbsp of dark soy sauce
1 clove of minced garlic
Garnish
Toasted white and black sesame seeds
Green onions
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375 degrees Air Fry mode
- Make the miso sauce. Combine all the ingredients except the eggplant in a medium-sized bowl. Whisk well until fully combined. Set aside. Set aside.
- Prep your eggplant. Cut the eggplant into 2” thick rounds.
- Score the eggplants diagonally in one direction and another in a crisscross pattern. This will create more room for the sauce to adhere to. It will also make the presentation look better.
- Slather the miso sauce on top.
- Air fry at 375 degrees on air fry mode for 15 minutes.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Oven Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Bake for 25 minutes. The eggplant should be tender.
- Broil for 5 minutes. Observe the eggplant, so it doesn't burn.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: sides
- Method: air fry
- Cuisine: japanese