Yakitori

Name: Yakitori
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Boneless chicken thigh — 700 g; Green onions — 2–3 stalks; Bamboo skewers — 10–12 pcs; Soy sauce — 100 ml; Mirin — 50 ml; Sake — 50 ml; Brown sugar — 2 tbsp; Honey — 1 tbsp; Ginger — 1 tsp; Garlic — 2 cloves

Japanese-style grilled chicken skewers with tender meat coated in a glossy teriyaki glaze infused with ginger and honey. These addictive bites are perfect as an appetizer or light main, bringing authentic Asian flavors to your table.

50 min

Time

235 kcal

Calories

Servings

Medium

Difficulty

Ingredients

Boneless chicken thigh — 700 g
Green onions — 2–3 stalks
Bamboo skewers — 10–12 pcs
Soy sauce — 100 ml
Mirin — 50 ml
Sake — 50 ml
Brown sugar — 2 tbsp
Honey — 1 tbsp
Ginger — 1 tsp
Garlic — 2 cloves

Method

1
Soak bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes.
2
Cut the chicken into uniform bite-sized pieces.
3
Prepare the teriyaki sauce by simmering all sauce ingredients for 8–10 minutes over low heat until thickened.
4
Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, alternating with green onion pieces.
5
Grill over high heat for 10–12 minutes, turning regularly.
6
Brush generously with teriyaki sauce throughout cooking.
7
Give them one final glaze coat.
8
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
9
Serve hot with lemon wedges.