Japanese-style Chicken Satay

Ingredients

While the original Indonesian Satay is typically marinated in a mixture of spices and served with a peanut sauce, this Japanese adaptation incorporates the flavors of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic into the marinade. Additionally, the grilling technique used in Japanese cuisine adds a smoky and charred flavor to the chicken skewers. We alse have the original recipe for Satay, so you can check it out.

• 500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips (1.1 lb) 500g boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips (1.1 lb)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (60ml) 1/4 cup soy sauce (60ml)
• 2 tablespoons mirin (30ml) 2 tablespoons mirin (30ml)
• 1 tablespoon sake (15ml) 1 tablespoon sake (15ml)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Bamboo skewers, soaked in water Bamboo skewers, soaked in water

Nutrition

• Calories: 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat: 12g (Saturated Fat: 2g)
• Carbohydrates: 4g (Sugars: 1g)
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the marinade.
2. 2.
   Add the chicken strips to the marinade and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
3. 3.
   Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
5. 5.
   Brush the grill or grill pan with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
6. 6.
   Grill the chicken skewers for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
7. 7.
   Serve the Japanese-style chicken satay with peanut sauce on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chicken thighs — Make sure to cut the chicken into evenly sized strips to ensure even cooking.
• Soy sauce — Use low-sodium soy sauce if you prefer a less salty taste.
• Mirin — If you don't have mirin, you can substitute it with a combination of rice vinegar and sugar.

Tips & Tricks

• Soaking the bamboo skewers in water prevents them from burning during grilling.
• Basting the chicken skewers with the marinade while grilling adds extra flavor.
• Serve the chicken satay with a side of steamed rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.

Serving advice

Serve the Japanese-style chicken satay as an appetizer or as part of a main course. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds for an added touch of freshness and texture.

Presentation advice

Arrange the grilled chicken skewers on a platter, drizzle the peanut sauce over them, and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve with a side of steamed rice and cucumber salad for a complete meal.