Looking at the pedal I see another option. Drill 2mm holes in some of the raised areas, and tap in short lengths cut from a spoke. File or grind them until they protrude about 1/2mm or so. That should provide some bite, but if you pronate as you pedal, it'll be hard on the shoes.
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