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                       BARBECUED SCALLOPS HOISIN

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  1 1/4   lb           Bay or sea scallops
  2       md           Red peppers, cut into
                       -1 1/2-inch squares
  3       tb           Hoisin sauce
  1       tb           Soy sauce
  2       tb           Dry sherry
  1       tb           Sugar

 Scallops and red pepper are skewered and brushed with a Hoisin-inspired
 barbecue sauce before being char-grilled for an Oriental flavor sensation.

 1. Alternately thread the red pepper and scallops on wooden skewers,
 beginning and ending with peppers.

 2. Mix together the Hoisin, soy, sherry, and sugar. Brush the shellfish and
 peppers with the sauce, coating well.

 3. Grill the kebobs over hot coals 4 inches from the heat source, 3 to 4
 minutes per side. Remove to a platter and serve.

 6 to 8 appetizer portions; 3 main-course portions

 Source: The Uncommon Gourmet by Ellen Helman (ISBN 0-89815-519-3)



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