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Yakitori

Yakitori

Japanese grilled chicken skewers basted with sweet soy sauce. Charred, tender, and perfectly seasoned.

20
Prep (min)
15
Cook (min)
35
Total (min)
4
Servings
Health Score75/100

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken thighs
  • 0.25 lb Chicken liver
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 4 stalks Green onions
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 12 pieces Bamboo skewers
  • 0.25 cup Soy sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 0.25 cup Mirin
  • 2 tbsp Sake
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 inch Ginger

Instructions

  1. 1

    Make tare: soy, mirin, sake, sugar, garlic, ginger - simmer

    💡 Reduced by half

  2. 2

    Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces

    💡 Uniform for even cooking

  3. 3

    Thread onto skewers alternating with green onion

    💡 Pre-soak skewers

  4. 4

    Grill over high heat, turning frequently

    💡 Char but not burn

  5. 5

    Brush with tare while grilling

    💡 Glaze builds up

  6. 6

    Serve immediately while hot, garnished with fresh herbs or appropriate accompaniments as desired.

    💡 Fresh herbs add brightness and visual appeal - presentation matters as much as flavor.

  7. 7

    Optional: dip in tare before eating

    💡 Extra flavor