Description
Japanese Chicken Yakitori Skewers are a must-try for any grilling enthusiast. Picture succulent chicken marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, grilled to perfection, and served on a skewer for easy enjoyment. These skewers capture the essence of Japanese street food, making them perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. With their vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, they are sure to impress your guests and elevate your culinary game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 2 tbsp sake
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- Combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and sesame oil in a bowl to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken into one-inch pieces and add to the marinade. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers (3-4 pieces per skewer).
- Preheat your grill over medium-high heat.
- Grill skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until slightly charred and fully cooked.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg