Miso Dengaku

Directions

1. 1
   cut aubergines or courgette into slices 1/2 inch thick.
2. 2
   soak them in salt water, drain and dry; then brush with a little oil and roast in the oven at 180 C for about 8 - 10 minutes, but be careful not to let them burn.
3. 3
   The miso paste should be mixed with the sake and mirin.
4. 4
   Mix these together and heat gently in a pan, stirring constantly, until smooth.
5. 5
   This can be made in advance and left to cool.
6. 6
   It is then tossed with the vegetable slices before eating.