Japanese Chicken Skewers
Deliciously grilled chicken skewers marinated in a sweet and savory sauce made with soy sauce, mirin, and sake, bringing everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Use low-sodium if necessary.
- 2 tablespoons mirin Can substitute with a sugar and rice vinegar mix.
- 2 tablespoons sake Substitute with dry white wine or omit.
- 1 tablespoon sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
Main Ingredients
- 500 g chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces Boneless, skinless thighs preferred.
- 1 bunch green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces Grilled green onions add sweetness.
- 1 package skewers Bamboo or metal; soak bamboo in water for 30 mins.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar until the sugar dissolves.
- Toss the chicken pieces into the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Thread the marinated chicken and green onions onto skewers, alternating them.
Cooking
- Grill the skewers for about 5-7 minutes on each side, basting with leftover marinade in the last couple of minutes.
- Serve warm with extra marinade for dipping.
Notes
These skewers can be served with rice or salad. Leftover skewers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.