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Miso Aubergine Steaks Recipe by : Maryanne Hall from Viva !' s Vegan Recipe Club www . veganrecipeclub . org . uk
Serves : 2
These aubergine steaks are juicy and delicious ! Enjoy with an abundance of salads , potato wedges or rice or anything else you fancy … prepare to be the envy of every barbecue !
Ingredients :
• 1 aubergine
• Salt
For the Glaze ( for one aubergine – double up if necessary )
• 1 tsp red miso
• 1 tsp syrup ( eg agave or maple etc )
• 2 tsp mirin ( rice wine )
• 1 tsp soy sauce ( use Tamari if GF )
• 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
Method :
1 . Slice each aubergine into circular steaks , about 2cm thick . You can also slice them lengthways but make sure they are flat to aid thorough cooking .
2 . Sprinkle the aubergine slices with a little salt , on both sides , then leave to sit while you prep the other ingredients .
3 . Mix up the glaze until fully combined and set aside . Prepare any optional side dishes now .
4 . With a sharp knife , make slight criss-cross patterns across each side of the aubergine steaks .
5 . Brush the glaze generously over both sides of each steak , leaving a little to brush on just before serving .
6 . Place on a red-hot BBQ or well-oiled griddle for a few minutes per side . Aim to caramelise the steak without burning it . You want the aubergine to soften without being too mushy .
7 . Once softened and nicely charred , brush the aubergine steaks with the remaining glaze . Add chilli flakes and fresh parsley if desired .
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