Chicken Yakitori - Japan - Recipe

Chicken Yakitori is a popular Japanese dish featuring skewered and grilled pieces of chicken. The chicken is typically marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar before being cooked over charcoal. The result is tender, savory chicken with a slightly sweet and smoky flavor. Chicken Yakitori is often served as both an appetizer and a main course in Japanese restaurants around the world, making it a versatile and beloved dish for many.

Servings: 4

Author: Chef Connie

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Chicken Yakitori - Japan

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 15 MinInactive time: 30 MinTotal time: 1 Hour

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Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
• 1/4 cup sake (Japanese rice wine)
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 small piece of ginger, grated
• 8-10 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
• Optional: sliced green onions or scallions for garnish

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well to coat.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours for better flavor.
4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
7. Baste with any remaining marinade during grilling for extra flavor.
8. Transfer the skewers to a serving platter.
9. Garnish with sliced green onions or scallions if desired.
10. Serve immediately.

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