Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 2 tablespoons sake
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8-10 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, honey, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
2. Thread chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
3. Brush the chicken skewers with the marinade, reserving some for basting while grilling.
4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
5. Grill the skewers for 6-8 minutes on each side, basting with the reserved marinade every few minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
6. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill or grill pan at medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 25g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken thighs can be substituted with chicken breast or pork.
- Mirin can be substituted with rice vinegar and sugar.
- Sake can be substituted with dry sherry or white wine.
Variations:
- Add vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms to the skewers.
- Use different marinades such as teriyaki or ginger soy sauce.
- Make a dipping sauce with soy sauce, mirin, and green onions.
Tips and tricks:
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Cut chicken into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Baste the skewers with the reserved marinade every few minutes for extra flavor.
Storage instructions:
- Leftover skewers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the skewers in the oven or microwave until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the skewers on a platter with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Garnishes:
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Pairings:
- Sake or beer
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Grilled vegetables
- Miso soup
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chicken is not cooked through, continue grilling until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Food safety advice:
- Always use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
- Wash hands and surfaces thoroughly after handling raw chicken.
Food history:
- Yakitori is a popular Japanese dish that originated in the Edo period (1603-1868).
Flavor profiles:
- Salty, sweet, savory, umami
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as an appetizer or main dish.
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Region: Japanese