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grill for yakitori

Grill for Yakitori: Flavor-Packed Chicken Skewers

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Looking for the perfect grill for yakitori? So Damn Delish offers expert tips and delicious recipes to help you create smoky, mouthwatering yakitori at home.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin
  • 1/4 cup sake
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • Green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Add chicken, marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  2. Prepare the Skewers: Thread chicken and green onions onto skewers.
  3. Grill: Heat grill to medium-high. Cook skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, brushing with marinade.
  4. Serve: Remove from grill, let rest, and enjoy!

Notes

  • If you don’t have a grill, you can use a broiler or grill pan.
  • Marinating longer enhances the flavor.
  • Author: SoDamnDelish
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Inactive Time: 30 minutes (marinating)
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Grilled
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg