Miso Marinated Grilled Green Papaya

Ingredients

• 1 unit Large green papaya (peeled and seeded)
• 0.25 cup White miso paste
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1 tablespoon Sake
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey or agave nectar
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds(optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel the green papaya, cut it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the white seeds.

2. 2

   Slice the papaya into 1/2-inch thick wedges or rounds.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together miso paste, mirin, sake, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, ginger, and garlic until smooth.

4. 4

   Place the papaya slices in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour the miso marinade over them, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.

5. 5

   Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.

6. 6

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

7. 7

   Remove papaya from marinade, letting excess drip off, and grill for 4-5 minutes per side until tender and charred with grill marks.

8. 8

   Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro before serving warm.