Miso Butter Roasted Cabbage Wedges (Print view)

Tender cabbage wedges roasted to perfection with a savory, sweet miso butter glaze for an umami-rich and comforting dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium green cabbage (about 2.6 pounds), cut into 8 wedges, core left intact

→ Miso Butter

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons white miso paste
04 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
05 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
06 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
07 - 1 garlic clove, finely grated

→ Garnish

08 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
09 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange the cabbage wedges on the prepared tray, spacing them evenly.
03 - In a bowl, mix together the softened butter, miso paste, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and grated garlic until smooth.
04 - Generously brush the miso butter mixture over all sides of the cabbage wedges.
05 - Roast in the oven for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway, until the cabbage is golden brown and tender with crisp edges.
06 - Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, sliced spring onions, and black pepper.
07 - Serve hot as a side or light main.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The miso butter creates this incredible umami glaze that makes simple cabbage taste like something from a fancy restaurant
  • It comes together in under ten minutes of prep but looks impressive enough for guests
02 -
  • Don't be shy with the miso butter mixture, it seems like a lot but the cabbage soaks it up beautifully
  • The cabbage is done when a fork slides through the thickest part with zero resistance
03 -
  • If your butter is too cold to mix easily, pop it in the microwave for 10 seconds
  • The glaze can burn quickly in the last few minutes, so keep an eye on it
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