Peter Merriman's Kama 'Aina Whole Fish Dinner

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   Preheat the grill.

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   Score the whole fish with criss-crossed marks, about 8 or 10, from head to mid-tail.

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   Season with salt and pepper.

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   In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ginger, garlic, and chile flakes.

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   Place 2 large pieces of aluminum foil, shiny side down, on a work surface.

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   Place the ti leaves over the aluminum foil, to cover.

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   Rub the mayonnaise mixture all over the fish and place on the ti leaves.

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   Fold the ti leaves over the fish and follow with the aluminum foil to create a tight seal.

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   Place the wrapped fish on the hot grill and grill for 10 to 12 minutes on each side.

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    Remove the fish from the grill, carefully unwrap, and sprinkle with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro.

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    This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.

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    The FN chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

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