Description
Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers) is a delectable Japanese dish that combines tender, marinated chicken with the smoky flavors of grilling. These skewers are perfect for summer barbecues or cozy gatherings, offering a delightful balance of sweet and savory notes that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, yakitori brings a taste of Japan to your home, making every meal feel special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup green onions, cut into similar lengths as chicken
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sake
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken and green onions.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sake, mirin, and brown sugar to create the marinade.
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
- Thread chicken and green onions onto skewers alternately.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat; grill skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Baste with leftover marinade during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Serve hot with rice or salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg