Authentic Japanese Chicken Yakitori with Sweet Soy Glaze

Authentic Japanese Chicken Yakitori with Sweet Soy Glaze

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Tender chicken pieces threaded on skewers, marinated and glazed with a sweet soy sauce. This classic Japanese dish is perfect for grilling or broiling.

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Cooking tools:

  • Wooden skewer
  • Instant-read thermometer
  • Grill
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Spoon

Ingredients

  • 5–6 pieces boneless chicken breast or 6–8 pieces boneless chicken thighs
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced, or 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons red wine or mirin (Japanese rice wine)
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon distilled vinegar or rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 6–7 pieces wooden skewers

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