Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Kebabs)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1

Delicious Yakitori recipe for your barbecue party

by The Chefin Grill

Prep

30 min (including marinating time)

Cook

10 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

310

Sugar

10g

Fat

12g

Yakitori is a Japanese dish that consists of grilled skewered chicken and vegetables. It is a popular street food in Japan and is often served at izakayas (Japanese pubs). The dish is typically made with chicken thighs, which are marinated in a mixture of low sodium soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar. The skewers are then grilled to perfection and served with a variety of dipping sauces. Yakitori is a simple, yet delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a barbecue party or a casual dinner with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix together the sake, low sodium soy sauce, mirin, and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
2.	Cut the boneless chicken thighs and leeks or green onions into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the marinade. Let them sit in marinade at least for 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
3.	Preheat your grill or grill pan to high heat. Thread the chicken and leeks or green onions onto the skewers. Discard the marinade.
4.	Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side or until the chicken is fully cooked. Serve hot!

PROS

Yakitori is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for barbecue parties or any day of the week.
The combination of chicken and leeks or green onions adds a unique flavor to the dish that everyone will love.

CONS

While Yakitori is a relatively healthy dish, it can be high in sodium due to the use of soy sauce.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Yakitori is a good source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles. The use of leeks or green onions in the dish provides fiber, vitamins, and minerals that aid in digestion and support the immune system. However, the dish may be high in sodium, so it’s important to enjoy it in moderation.

	7 tablespoons sake
	3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
	3 tablespoons mirin
	2 tablespoons sugar
	2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
	5 5 thin leeks or 7 -8 green onions
	short bamboo skewer , soaked in water