Name: Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers) with Sweet Glaze
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 12 pieces Bamboo skewers; 0.5 cup Soy sauce; 0.5 cup Mirin; 0.25 cup Sake; 2 tbsp Sugar; 2 tbsp Scallions, chopped (for garnish); 1 tsp Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Ingredients (8)

Ingredient	Qty	Cal	P	C	F
Boneless, skinless chicken thighs	1.5 lbs	203	33g	0g	7g
Bamboo skewers	12 pieces	1	0g	0g	0g
Soy sauce	0.5 cup	18	3g	2g	0g
Mirin	0.5 cup	43	0g	12g	0g
Sake	0.25 cup	20	0g	1g	0g
Sugar	2 tbsp	23	0g	6g	0g
Scallions, chopped (for garnish)	2 tbsp	1	0g	0g	0g
Sesame seeds (for garnish)	1 tsp	3	0g	0g	0g

Directions

Step 1
If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Step 2
Cut chicken thighs into uniform 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Thread 4-5 pieces onto each skewer.
Step 3
For the tare glaze, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, stirring, until slightly reduced and thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 4
Preheat a grill or broiler to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates or broiler pan.
Step 5
Grill or broil the chicken skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, until chicken is cooked through and lightly charred.
Step 6
During the last few minutes of cooking, generously brush the skewers with the tare glaze, flipping frequently to coat evenly and create a beautiful caramelization.
Step 7
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.