Teriyaki Chicken & Tempura California Roll Recipe
Grilled Chicken Breast and Tempura California Roll, Asian Vegetables, Steamed Rice, Teriyaki Butter Sauce
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Ingredients
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Teriyaki Chicken
Tempura California Roll
Asian Vegetables
Steamed Rice
Teriyaki Butter Sauce
Method
Teriyaki Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Prepare Chicken
Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Grill Chicken
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Remove from grill and sprinkle with chopped green onions.
Tempura California Roll
- 4
Prepare Sushi Rice
Rinse sushi rice under cold water until water runs clear. Combine rice and water in a pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
- 5
Make Tempura Batter
In a bowl, combine tempura batter mix and ice-cold water. Stir until just combined (do not overmix).
- 6
Fry Tempura Vegetables
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan. Dip julienned vegetables in the tempura batter and fry until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Assemble California Rolls
On a bamboo mat, place a sheet of nori. Spread a thin layer of sushi rice over nori, leaving a 1-inch border. Layer with cucumber, avocado, and imitation crab. Roll tightly and slice into pieces.
Asian Vegetables
- 8
Stir-fry Vegetables
In a large skillet or wok, add a little oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- 9
Add Soy Sauce
Pour soy sauce over the vegetables and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Steamed Rice
- 10
Cook Rice
In a saucepan, combine rice and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
Teriyaki Butter Sauce
- 11
Make Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until combined and slightly thickened.