Famous Beef Barbecue

Step 1

In a large bowl or pot, soak the meat in cold water to cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove meat from water, wipe clean and set aside. Strain soaking water and reserve 1/3 cup.

Step 2

Peel ginger and grate against the finest side of the grater, keeping a bowl beneath to catch juices. Measure out 1 tablespoon of ginger juice. In a small saucepan, combine the 1/3 cup reserved water, papaya puree, ginger juice, honey and soy sauce. Cook over very low heat 10 minutes; do not let boil. Remove and allow to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a blender, combine 6 tablespoons of the cooked sauce, pear, pineapple, onion, rice wine, garlic, pepper, scallions and sugar. Puree until smooth. Stir in sesame seeds. Pour into small saucepan and cook over low heat 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Place beef on a plate. Pour 6 tablespoons of the marinade onto plate and rub into beef. Rub sesame oil into beef. Set aside 10 minutes.

Step 5

Prepare grill. Grill meat 2 minutes on each side, or until brown on outside, for medium beef.