Layers of golden crispy eggplant slices stacked with vibrant avocado, juicy tomatoes, and a drizzle of tangy sesame dressing.

Crispy Miso Eggplant Stack

Name: Crispy Miso Eggplant Stack
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: large eggplant, 2 sliced into rounds; miso paste, 3 tablespoons; mirin, 2 tablespoons; soy sauce, 2 tablespoons; rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons; honey, 2 tablespoons; sesame oil, 2 tablespoons; ripe avocado, 1 sliced; large tomato, 2 sliced; sesame seeds, 1 tablespoon; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; oil, for frying

Category Main Course

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 15 minutes

Style Japanese

Technique Frying

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: July 03, 2023

In this recipe, we're putting a twist on traditional Japanese flavors to create a unique and seasonal main course. Incorporating fresh summer produce and a variety of textures, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Ingredients (for 4)

Large eggplant - 2 - sliced into rounds
Miso paste - 3 tablespoons
Mirin - 2 tablespoons
Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
Rice vinegar - 2 tablespoons
Honey - 2 tablespoons
Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
Ripe avocado - 1 - sliced
Large tomato - 2 - sliced
Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
Salt - to taste
Pepper - to taste
Oil - for frying

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥄🍯🌿

In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil to make the miso glaze.
Step 2 - 🍆🌿⏰

Brush both sides of the eggplant slices with the miso glaze. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 3 - 🍳🍆🔥

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the eggplant slices until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Place them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Step 4 - ⚖️🧂🌰

In a separate bowl, combine sesame seeds, salt, and pepper.
Step 5 - 📚🍆🥑

To assemble the stack, place a slice of fried eggplant on a serving plate, followed by a layer of avocado and tomato slices. Sprinkle the sesame seed mixture on top. Repeat the layers until desired height is reached.
Step 6 - 🍯🌿🍶

Drizzle with more miso glaze and sesame dressing.
Step 7 - 🍽️😋🍆

Serve the crispy miso eggplant stack and enjoy!

Additional

For extra flavor, you can sprinkle some chopped green onions or cilantro on top. This dish can be enjoyed on its own or served with steamed rice for a more filling meal. Kids can help by whisking the miso glaze and arranging the layers of the stack.