Miso Glazed Grilled Papaya With Yuzu Reduction

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Large ripe papayas (halved and seeded)
• 3 tablespoons White miso paste
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 cup Yuzu juice
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Neutral oil (for grilling)
• 1 teaspoon Black sesame seeds(optional)
• 4 sprigs Fresh mint leaves(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, combine the yuzu juice and granulated sugar over medium heat.

2. 2

   Simmer the yuzu mixture for 8-10 minutes until it reduces by half and reaches a syrupy consistency, then whisk in the butter and set aside.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, mirin, and honey until smooth to create the glaze.

4. 4

   Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly brush the grates with neutral oil.

5. 5

   Brush the cut side of the papaya halves generously with the miso glaze.

6. 6

   Place the papayas cut-side down on the grill and cook for 3-5 minutes until deep grill marks appear and the glaze is caramelized.

7. 7

   Flip the papayas carefully and grill for another 2 minutes on the skin side to warm through.

8. 8

   Transfer to plates, drizzle with the warm yuzu reduction, and garnish with black sesame seeds and fresh mint.