Ika Yaki Recipe
Whole grilled squid, served with teriyaki sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 2
Clean the Squid
Rinse the whole squid under cold water. Remove the innards and beak, and clean the tentacles. Pat dry with paper towels.
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- 4
Serve
Remove the squid from the grill and slice into rings if desired. Drizzle the teriyaki sauce over the squid and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
