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Miso and Honey Eggplant

Servings

Ingredients

  • 4 small eggplants
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3/4 cup sake or dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup mirin
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoon miso
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice powder
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • pinch cayenne optional

Instructions

  • Cut the eggplant into 1/2" thick circles.
  • Combine the rest of the ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, cook until it reduces to a glaze, careful not to over do it.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Lay out the eggplant on a baking sheet lined with parchment.  Brush on the glaze and broil until well caramelized.
  • Remove to a plate and serve hot or cold, sits well in the fridge for at least a week.
  • Adapted from Green Living with Chef Daniel Orr