Scallop Sauté with Miso Sauce
8 oz. very fresh scallops (without their coral)
salt and pepper

1 clove garlic, crushed
all-purpose flour — to dust the scallops
1-2 tablespoons sunflower or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons white wine
2 tablespoons miso
1 tablespoon mirin
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon superfine sugar (see note)
1-2 tablespoons water
1/2 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
2 tablespoons heavy cream
small bunch watercress
freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste

Ingredients note:
Superfine sugar is very finely granulated sugar that dissolves quickly. It is used in baking, beverages, and sauces, and is available in the baking sections of supermarkets. Regular sugar can be used instead.