Name: Yuzu Kosho Grilled Vegetables
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Serves 4-6
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch planks; 2 red bell peppers, seeded and quartered; 1 large eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds; 1 large red onion, cut into 1/2-inch thick rings; 8 oz shiitake mushrooms, stems removed; 2 tablespoons yuzu kosho paste; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1/4 cup light soy sauce; 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for grilling; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds for garnish; Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the marinade

In a small bowl, whisk together the yuzu kosho paste, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, vegetable oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined. Set aside.
Prepare the vegetables

Wash and slice all vegetables as directed. Place them in a large, shallow dish or on a baking sheet. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which will help them grill better.
Marinate the vegetables

Pour 3/4 of the marinade over the vegetables, turning them to coat evenly. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting and serving. Let the vegetables marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Preheat the grill

Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Grill the vegetables

Working in batches if necessary, place the vegetables on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side for bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant, 2-3 minutes per side for onions, and 2 minutes per side for mushrooms, or until vegetables are tender with nice grill marks. Baste occasionally with some of the reserved marinade.
Arrange and serve

Transfer the grilled vegetables to a serving platter. Drizzle with the remaining reserved marinade, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Yuzu Kosho Grilled Vegetables

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