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Grilled Scallop and Watermelon Kebabs

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Courtesy of National Watermelon Promotion Board
Servings: 12
Prep Time: 10 Min.
Cook Time: 15 Min.

What you need:

* 12 sea scallops
* 4 c. boiling vegetable or chicken broth
* 24 1" x 1" watermelon cubes
* 1/4 c. soy sauce
* 1 Tbsp. sesame oil
* 1 Tbsp. minced garlic
* 1 Tbsp. fresh minced ginger

What to do:

1. Cut the scallops into halves across the diameter to create half-moon shapes. Place them in a heatproof casserole dish in a single layer.
2. Pour the boiling clear broth over the scallops and let them poach for 5 minutes.
3. Drain and cool the scallops.
4. On each skewer alternate 1 half-moon scallop, then 2 watermelon cubes, then another half-moon scallop.
5. Mix together the soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic and ginger and brush the kebabs as they are grilled over a medium hot grill for about 90 seconds per side turning once. Serve warm. Serves 12 as an appetizer.

This delicious recipe is from the National Watermelon Promotion Board
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