Vegan Japanese Eggplant Dog
Japanese eggplants are thinner and longer than regular eggplants, making them perfect for grilling and roasting.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Vegan Japanese Eggplant Dog
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.
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Slice the Japanese eggplants in half lengthwise.
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika to make the marinade.
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Brush the marinade onto the cut sides of the eggplants.
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Place the eggplants on the grill or in the oven, cut side down, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until tender and lightly charred.
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While the eggplants are cooking, toast the hot dog buns on the grill or in the oven.
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Once the eggplants are cooked, remove them from the heat and let them cool slightly.
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Place each eggplant half in a hot dog bun.
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Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
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Serve the Vegan Japanese Eggplant Dogs with additional marinade for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
