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Basil and Lime Grilled Eggplant with Miso and Sesame Oil

Name: Basil and Lime Grilled Eggplant with Miso and Sesame Oil
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Hunan Chinese
Ingredients: 2 large eggplants; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 2 tbsp white miso paste; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp grated ginger; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 scallion, sliced; 1 tbsp fresh basil leaves; 1 tbsp lime juice

Add a fresh, zesty twist with fresh basil and a squeeze of lime juice.

27 minutes2 servings

Method

Before spreading the miso glaze on the eggplant, mix in basil leaves and lime juice.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Cut eggplants lengthwise and brush with sesame oil.
Grill for 5-7 minutes per side until tender and charred.
Mix miso, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then spread over eggplants and top with scallions.

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