Roasted Soy Glazed Eggplant

Magan Wiles

1 large American/globe eggplant

Salt

1 tbsp oil

subheading: Glaze:

2 tbsps honey or sugar

2 tbsps soy sauce

1 tbsp water

1 tsp garlic powder

Cut eggplants lengthwise and cut diagonal slits onto the flesh side.

*Optional for enhanced flavor: Sprinkle a pinch of salt to eggplant slices and let them sit for 30 minutes to "sweat." Gently pat dry after.*

To a wide pan on medium heat, add 1 tbsp of oil and grill eggplant flesh side down until browned. Turn off heat, flip eggplant over, cover the pan, and let it sit for 5 mins]

Add glaze ingredients above to a small saucepan, cook on medium heat until slightly thickened. Let it cool and it will continue to thicken.

Transfer eggplant to a baking sheet and brush glaze lightly. Roast in oven at 425° for 30 mins or airfry at 375° for 15 mins. Drizzle or brush on remaining glaze

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