• Slice the eggplants in half lengthways. Then using a knife, score the insides of the eggplants diagonally one way, then the other way to create a criss cross pattern as per photos above. *Be careful not to cut through the eggplant
• In a small bowl, add the miso paste, sugar, mirin and rice wine vinegar. Whisk together so there are no clumps, you should have a thick paste consistency

Pan Fry Method

• Heat sesame oil in a large saucepan or skillet over medium-high heat

  Place the eggplants flesh side down and sear for 3-5 minutes without moving them to create a golden brown sear
• Flip the eggplants over, add a splash of water to the pan and place the lid on. Reduce the heat to medium and allow it to steam for approximately 5 minutes to cook the eggplants

  In the meantime, preheat the oven to broiler setting at 200℃/400℉
• Remove the lid and check the consistency of the eggplants, they should be soft and cooked. Brush over the miso sauce generously to the eggplant flesh sides
• Place the eggplants flesh sides up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Broil for approximately 5 minutes until you see the miso glaze golden, caramelized and bubbling. *Keep an eye on them as they can burn quickly
• Remove from the broiler, garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, herbs or green onions. Serve alongside white rice and enjoy your delicious Miso Eggplant!

Oven Method

• Preheat oven to 200℃/400℉

  Place the eggplants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the insides and outsides with sesame oil and place them flesh side down

  Cook for 25-30 minutes until you see the skin is slightly wrinkled
• Check the consistency with tongs, they should feel soft and cooked in the middle. Flip the eggplants over and broil for 5 minutes so the flesh side is lightly golden
• Brush over the miso sauce generously to the eggplant flesh sides
• Place the eggplants flesh sides up and broil for approximately 5 minutes until you see the miso glaze golden, caramelized and bubbling. *Keep an eye on them as they can burn quickly
• Remove from the broiler, garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, herbs or green onions. Serve alongside white rice and enjoy your delicious Miso Eggplant!