Beef Misoyaki

Directions

1. 1
   * Note 1: Fermented soybean paste; available in Japanese and Oriental markets.
2. 2
   * Note 2: Japanese wine; widely available.
3. 3
   Toast the sesame seeds in a frying pan. Cook only until a few pop and the rest turn golden brown.
4. 4
   Grind seeds with a mortar and pestle or run through a food blender. Do not grind too fine.
5. 5
   Add the miso to the sesame seeds and mix well. Add the soy sauce, sugar, optional MSG and sake.
6. 6
   Spread one-half of the mixture on a platter and place the beef slices in the marinade. Brush the remaining marinade on top.
7. 7
   Let stand for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Remove the beef from the marinade, scrape off the excess marinade and reserve.
8. 8
   Broil or pan fry with a little oil until just cooked - about 5 minutes. Heat the leftover marinade and serve with the beef. Generally this dish is eaten with boiled rice.