Japanese-Style Chicken Skewers with Charred Glaze
A sweet and savory recipe featuring charred tsukune glaze on skewered chicken, inspired by Japanese flavors.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Chicken breast or thighsCut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1/2 cup Charred tsukune sauce (see notes)Store-bought or homemade
- ●2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- ●1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- ●1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- ●1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- ●1 tablespoon Zesty gingerGrated
- ●1/4 cup Green onions
Instructions
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1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
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2. In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and vegetable oil. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
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3. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.
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4. Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
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5. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the charred tsukune glaze by whisking together the charred tsukune sauce, grated ginger, and a pinch of salt.
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6. Once the chicken is cooked, brush the charred tsukune glaze onto the skewers during the last minute of grilling.
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7. Serve the skewers hot, garnished with green onions and additional charred tsukune glaze if desired.