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Japanese Matcha and Miso Glazed Carrots with Sesame Seeds

Name: Japanese Matcha and Miso Glazed Carrots with Sesame Seeds
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Side Dish
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) small carrots, peeled and trimmed; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt, to taste; Pepper, freshly ground to taste; 1 tbsp white miso paste; 1 tsp matcha powder, sifted; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tbsp water; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 tbsp white sesame seeds, toasted; 1 tbsp black sesame seeds; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

Bright, earthy matcha and umami-rich miso come together to create this delightful glaze for tender roasted carrots, topped with crunchy sesame seeds.

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·By Ethan Brooks·January 3, 2026

Japanese Matcha and Miso Glazed Carrots with Sesame Seeds — Side Dish served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Carrots

For the Matcha Miso Glaze

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 187 kcal
Protein: 2.65 g
Carbs: 22.18 g
Fat: 10.7 g
Fiber: 4.72 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 749 kcal
Protein: 10.6 g
Carbs: 88.7 g
Fat: 42.8 g
Fiber: 18.9 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb (450g) small carrots peeled and trimmed	186	3.8	44	1	15
2 tbsp olive oil	239	0	0	27	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Pepper freshly ground to taste	3	0.1	0.7	0.1	0.3
1 tbsp white miso paste	33	2	4	1	1
1 tsp matcha powder sifted	3	0.4	0.5	0.1	0.3
2 tbsp honey	128	0	34	0	0
1 tbsp soy sauce	9	1	1	0.1	0
1 tbsp rice vinegar	3	0	0.1	0	0
1 tbsp water	0	0	0	0	0
1 tsp sesame oil	40	0	0	4.5	0
1 tbsp white sesame seeds toasted	52	1.6	2.1	4.5	1.1
1 tbsp black sesame seeds	52	1.6	2.1	4.5	1.1
2 tbsp fresh cilantro roughly chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Carrots

1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Season Carrots
Toss the peeled carrots in olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3
Arrange Carrots
Spread the carrots on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Creating the Matcha Miso Glaze

1
Whisk Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, sifted matcha powder, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, and sesame oil.
2
Adjust Seasoning
Adjust seasoning with additional salt if necessary, keeping in mind the glaze will intensify when cooked.
Tip: Ensure the matcha powder is thoroughly sifted to avoid clumps in the glaze. The glaze can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a week.

How to Make Japanese Matcha and Miso Glazed Carrots with Sesame Seeds

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Roast the Carrots
Roast the carrots in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
2
Glaze the Carrots
Remove the carrots from the oven, drizzle the matcha miso glaze evenly, and toss to coat.
3
Final Roast and Garnish
Return the glazed carrots to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, then garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro.