Chicken Yakitori Recipe

Name: Chicken Yakitori
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp jasmine rice; 1/3 cup tamari soy sauce; 1/4 cup sake; 1/4 cup mirin; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 tsp Chinese five-spice mix; 2 tbsp orange zest; 2 tbsp grapeseed oil; 24 None chicken tenderloins; 2 None spring onions, sliced thinly on the diagonal

Servings: persons

2 tbsp jasmine rice
1/3 cup tamari soy sauce
1/4 cup sake
1/4 cup mirin
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp Chinese five-spice mix
2 tbsp orange zest
2 tbsp grapeseed oil
24 None chicken tenderloins
2 None spring onions, sliced thinly on the diagonal

1
Heat a medium frying pan over medium heat. Toast rice, stirring frequently, for 5 mins, or until fragrant and light golden brown. Transfer to a mortar and pestle and pound until finely ground. Set aside.
2
Combine tamari, sake, mirin, sugar and spice mix in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 mins, or until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and add orange and oil. Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate until cool.
3
Combine chicken tenderloins with marinade and refrigerate for 3 hours, or overnight.
4
Preheat grill. Drain chicken, reserving marinade. Thread tenderloins onto skewers in an `S' shape. Cook skewers, brushing with reserved marinade, for 8 mins, turning frequently, until charred and cooked through.
5
To serve, arrange skewers on a serving platter. Sprinkle with toasted rice and spring onions.

1153

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

189

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp jasmine rice, 1/3 cup tamari soy sauce, 1/4 cup sake, 1/4 cup mirin, and more.

Yes, Chicken Yakitori falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Yakitori

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