9. Yakitori Recipe
Skewers of beef or chicken and scallion with teriyaki sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Marinade Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Soak the Skewers
Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning while grilling.
- 2
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.
- 3
Marinate the Chicken
Cut the chicken thighs into 2-inch pieces and place them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for more flavor.
- 4
Prepare the Scallions
Wash the scallions and cut them into 2-inch lengths.
Grilling
- 5
Assemble the Skewers
Thread the marinated chicken pieces and scallions alternately onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- 6
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 7
- 8
Baste with Teriyaki Sauce
In the last few minutes of grilling, brush the skewers with teriyaki sauce to add a glaze, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Serving
- 9
Serve
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes. Serve hot with extra teriyaki sauce on the side.

