Chicken Yakitori

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Chicken Yakitori
90 min.
45
204kcal

Suggestions


If you're looking to elevate your appetizer game, Chicken Yakitori is the perfect dish to impress your guests while accommodating diverse dietary preferences. This delightful Japanese skewered chicken is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it's also bursting with flavor, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together, a lively cocktail party, or simply enjoying a cozy night in, these succulent chicken bites are sure to delight.

With a delightful balance of savory and sweet, this recipe showcases the umami-rich flavors of sake, soy sauce, and mirin, perfectly complemented by the aromatic kick of fresh ginger. The combination of tender, juicy chicken thighs and fresh scallions, grilled to perfection, provides a fresh and satisfying bite that pairs wonderfully with a variety of dipping sauces.

What's more, the process of preparing Chicken Yakitori brings an exciting cooking experience to your home, allowing you to tap into your inner chef. From simmering the flavorful broth to grilling the skewers, each step fills your kitchen with enticing aromas that will make everyone eager to dig in. Perfectly portioned for serving 45 people, this dish is not only a go-to for gatherings but also an excellent way to celebrate the vibrant flavors of Japanese cuisine right at your dining table. Get ready to wow your family and friends with a dish that's as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup katsuo bushi 
  • piece ginger fresh peeled
  • 0.5 ounce kombu (see Note)
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar light
  • 0.8 cup mirin 
  • cups sake 
  • bunches scallions cut into 1-inch lengths ( 12)
  • pounds chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • cup soya sauce 
  • 45 servings vegetable oil for brushing
  • 1.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, bring the water and kombu to a simmer.
  2. Add the bonito and return to a simmer.
  3. Remove the pan from the heat and let stand for 3 minutes. Strain the broth into a large saucepan.
  4. Add the sake, soy sauce, mirin and sugar to the broth and boil over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 45 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, soak 16 bamboo skewers in water for 20 minutes; drain. Alternately thread the chicken and scallions onto the skewers.
  6. Finely grate the ginger into a small, fine strainer set over a bowl. Press the juice from the ginger; you should have 2 tablespoons.
  7. Light a grill.
  8. Brush the chicken and scallions with oil and grill over moderate heat, turning, until just cooked through, 10 minutes. Just before removing them from the grill, brush the skewers with the ginger juice and soy glaze.
  9. Serve, passing more glaze for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories204kcal
Protein15.67%
Fat73.15%
Carbs11.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.38
Glycemic Load
0.06
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.3230434967124%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:204.33kcal
10.22%
Fat:15.25g
23.47%
Saturated Fat:2.45g
15.3%
Carbohydrates:5.24g
1.75%
Net Carbohydrates:5.16g
1.88%
Sugar:3.41g
3.79%
Cholesterol:29.61mg
9.87%
Sodium:350.83mg
15.25%
Alcohol:2.97g
100%
Alcohol %:4.56%
100%
Protein:7.35g
14.71%
Vitamin K:29.04µg
27.66%
Selenium:7.14µg
10.2%
Vitamin B3:1.9mg
9.52%
Vitamin E:1.21mg
8.06%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.34%
Phosphorus:64.89mg
6.49%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.89%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.69%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.3%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.23%
Potassium:107.53mg
3.07%
Magnesium:10.94mg
2.73%
Iron:0.43mg
2.37%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.07%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.74%
Copper:0.03mg
1.47%
Source:My Recipes