Sweet and Savory Chicken Thighs with Shiso Leaves

Name: Sweet and Savory Chicken Thighs with Shiso Leaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Chicken thighs; 2 tbsp Sake; 1 dash Coarsely ground black pepper; 1 Katakuriko; 1 Olive oil; 100 ml Water; 2 tbsp Sake; 2 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Sugar; 2 tsp Dashi stock granules; 1/2 Spring onion (finely chopped); 1 dash Coarsely ground black pepper; 8 leaves Shiso leaves; 1 White sesame seeds

Servings: persons

2 Chicken thighs
2 tbsp Sake
1 dash Coarsely ground black pepper
1 Katakuriko
1 Olive oil
100 ml Water
2 tbsp Sake
2 tbsp Soy sauce
1 tbsp Sugar
2 tsp Dashi stock granules
1/2 Spring onion (finely chopped)
1 dash Coarsely ground black pepper
8 leaves Shiso leaves
1 White sesame seeds

1
Butterfly and open up the chicken from the center and cut into bite-sized pieces.
2
Season with sake and coarsely ground black pepper and then let sit for 15 minutes.
3
Combine the ingredients.
4
Julienne the shiso leaves.
5
Sprinkle the chicken from Step 1 with katakuriko.
6
Pan-fry in a frying pan with olive oil until each side is nicely browned.
7
Arrange on a dish.
8
Wipe off the excess oil from the frying pan and add the ingredients to the same pan.
9
Heat until the sauce thickens and then pour over the chicken.
10
To finish it off, top with the shiso leaves.
11
Optionally sprinkle with white sesame seeds and serve.

492

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Chicken thighs, 2 tbsp Sake, 1 dash Coarsely ground black pepper, 1 Katakuriko, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Savory Chicken Thighs with Shiso Leaves 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!