Izakaya 88 Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, minced garlic cloves, and grated ginger. Mix well to create a marinade.
- 2
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Chicken
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces, reserving the marinade for later use. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- 4
Add Marinade
Once the chicken is cooked, pour the reserved marinade into the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Garnishing
- 5
Prepare Garnish
Finely chop the green onions and set aside. Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden.
- 6
Plate the Dish
Serve the chicken on a plate, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Cut the nori sheets into strips and place on the side as garnish.