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Charred Cabbage Bowl with White Miso Dressing

Charred Cabbage Bowl with White Miso Dressing

This charred cabbage bowl features deeply caramelized cabbage wedges topped with a creamy white miso dressing. The high-heat char creates smoky, sweet, and slightly bitter edges, while the tender center remains soft. Paired with a savory miso sauce and crunchy toppings, this bowl turns humble cabbage into a satisfying main dish or side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 3 Bowls
Course: Main Dish, Side Dish
Cuisine: Modern Asian Fusion, Vegetarian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium green cabbage cut into 4 wedges
  • 2 –3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp white miso paste
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp butter or plant-based butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp water to thin the dressing
  • 1 cup cooked rice or grains optional base
  • 1/2 cup edamame or tofu optional protein
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp chopped scallions or chives
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat a skillet over high heat.
  2. Cut the cabbage into wedges, leaving the core intact to hold the leaves together.
  3. Brush the cut sides of the cabbage wedges with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Roast on a sheet pan for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway, until the edges are deeply browned and tender.
  5. While the cabbage roasts, heat butter or plant-based butter in a small pan and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  6. Dissolve miso paste in warm water, then add it to the pan with soy sauce and rice vinegar.
  7. Simmer gently on low heat, whisking until the dressing becomes smooth and creamy.
  8. Arrange rice or grains in bowls, place the charred cabbage wedges on top, and drizzle generously with the miso dressing.
  9. Add edamame or tofu for protein if desired.
  10. Finish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.

Notes

For best results, slice through the cabbage core so each wedge holds together while roasting. If the edges brown too quickly, lower the oven rack or tent with foil. For a stronger char, finish with a short broil at the end, but watch closely to avoid burning. Store cabbage and dressing separately to prevent sogginess, and reheat the wedges in the oven for crisp edges before serving.