Shiitake Relish

Ingredients

6 large shiitakes, stems removed
4 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup each julienned carrots and Belgium endives
2 tablespoons diced red bell pepper
3 tablespoons thinly-sliced green onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

Preheat grill. Toss mushrooms in 1 tablespoon of oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill mushrooms over high heat, about 2 minutes per side. While they cool, combine carrots, endives, red pepper, 2 tablespoons of green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil,and remaining olive oil. Slice shiitakes, add them to carrot mixture, toss well and adjust seasonings to taste. Serve with grilled fish or chicken, garnished with remaining green onions.

Yield: 1 to 2 servings