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Asian-Style Corn, Avocado, And Sesame Salsa

Spoon this Asian-inspired salsa over grilled tuna, swordfish, or salmon.

Courses: Sauces

Recipe Ingredients

2   Fresh corn - husked
3 teaspoons 15mlOriental sesame oil
3 tablespoons 45mlUnseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons 30mlGreen onions - chopped (large)
2 tablespoons 30mlToasted sesame seeds
3/4 teaspoon 3.8mlHot chili paste - see * Note = (such as sambal oelek)
1   Garlic clove - minced
1   Avocado - halved, pitted,
  Peeled, and diced

Recipe Instructions

Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush corn all over with 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil. Grill until corn is tender and brown in spots, turning frequently, about 10 minutes. Cool.

Cut corn kernels off cobs. Mix vinegar, green onions, sesame seeds, chili paste, garlic, and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in medium bowl. Add corn and avocado; toss gently to combine. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)

Hints

Note: Available in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.


Source:
"Bon Appetit, August 2002"

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