Miso-Glazed Grilled Scallops

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   Heat a charcoal or gas grill until very hot.

2. 2

   Rub the grill grate with a little oil and put it 3 or 4 inches from the heat.

3. 3

   Whisk together 2 tablespoons miso, 2 tablespoons mirin or sake, and some black pepper.

4. 4

   Thread the scallops (through their equators) onto metal or soaked wooden skewers.

5. 5

   Brush with vegetable oil and grill until theyre brown on the bottom and release easily from the grill, 2 to 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Turn and brown on the other side; total cooking time should be 3 to 5 minutes.

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   When theyre almost done, brush on both sides with the miso mixture, and continue to cook, turning once or twice, until the glaze caramelizes a bit and the scallops are done; take the scallops off the grill before the interior becomes totally opaque.

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   Garnish: sesame seeds and sliced scallions.

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