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Simple Two-Ingredient Miso Glaze – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Simple Two-Ingredient Miso Glaze

Discover the secret to unbelievably flavorful roasted vegetables and perfectly seared tofu with this incredibly simple, two-ingredient Miso Glaze. This versatile sauce creates a savory, umami-packed crust, perfect for grilling, broiling, or roasting, and is ready in just 10 minut
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 About 1/2 cup
Calories: 45
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup (130 g / 4.6 oz) miso
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) mirin
  • Salt, to taste
  • For the Sweet & Hot Variation
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 small fresh chile, like Thai or serrano, minced
  • Match your miso to your main ingredient. Use strong-tasting red miso for full-flavored vegetables like mushrooms and eggplant. Opt for milder white or yellow miso with delicate items like asparagus or tofu to avoid overpowering them.
  • If you don't have mirin, you can substitute it with honey, a sweet dessert-style wine, or a simple syrup made from sugar and water.
  • Because of the sugar content, this glaze can burn under high heat. Apply it during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking for a perfect caramelized finish without charring.
  • For a sweet and spicy kick, add the minced garlic and fresh chile from the variation. It adds a wonderful layer of complexity and heat.

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the miso and mirin until the mixture is completely smooth.
  2. Taste the glaze. Since the saltiness of miso can vary, add a pinch of salt only if you feel it's needed.
  3. Use immediately as a basting sauce or glaze. To store, cover tightly and refrigerate for up to two days.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 1g

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