By The foodoodle kitchen · Published September 20, 2026
Yakitori Skewers
Easy and delicious chicken skewers brushed with sweet soy tare; perfect for parties.
Serves 4 · Prep 15 min · Cook 15 min · 30 min total · Medium
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Ingredients
- 600 g chicken thigh fillets, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 8 wooden skewers
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Method
- Soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 min to prevent burning. 30 min
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Cook over low heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. 5 min
- Remove from heat and allow to cool, creating a sweet soy tare sauce. 0 min
- Thread chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, about 4-5 pieces per skewer. 5 min
- Preheat grill or broiler to medium-high heat. 5 min
- Grill or broil skewers for 10 min, turning occasionally and brushing with tare sauce until cooked through and caramelized. 10 min
