Autumn Miso-Glazed Skewers

Today’s Dish: Miso-Glazed Pumpkin & Brussel Sprout Skewers

As the autumn leaves begin to fall and the crisp air fills my kitchen, I am inspired to create a cozy and flavorful dish that celebrates the season’s bounty. Today, I am excited to share with you my recipe for miso-glazed pumpkin and Brussel sprout skewers. This dish is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that will warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients:

• 300g pumpkin, cubed
• 200g Brussel sprouts, halved
• 50g miso paste
• 30ml maple syrup
• 15ml soy sauce
• 10ml sesame oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Kitchen Tools:

• baking sheet
• mixing bowl
• skewers
• brush

I start by preheating my oven to 200°C and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, I combine the miso paste, maple syrup, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger to create a flavorful glaze. I then add the cubed pumpkin and halved Brussel sprouts to the bowl, tossing them until they are well coated in the glaze.

Next, I thread the pumpkin and Brussel sprouts onto skewers, alternating between the two ingredients. Once all the skewers are assembled, I place them on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle them with sesame seeds. The skewers go into the oven to roast for about 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and caramelized.

Once the skewers are cooked to perfection, I remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. The miso glaze creates a sticky, umami-rich coating that pairs perfectly with the sweet pumpkin and crispy Brussel sprouts. The nuttiness of the sesame seeds adds a lovely crunch to each bite, making this dish a textural sensation.

Approximate total weight of the cooked dish: 580g
Approximate number of servings: 4
Average weight of one serving: 145g
Approximate calorie count per serving: 180 calories

One unique tip for this dish is to sprinkle a bit of extra sesame seeds on top right before serving. This will add an extra burst of flavor and crunch that will elevate the dish to the next level.

I hope you give these miso-glazed pumpkin and Brussel sprout skewers a try and make them your own by adding your favorite seasonal vegetables or tweaking the glaze to suit your taste. Enjoy the flavors of fall with this delicious and comforting dish!