Street-style chicken skewers
Whip up these mouth-watering street-style chicken skewers featuring marinated chicken thighs, garlic, red hot chili peppers, and shallots, all enhanced by mirin, sake, soy sauce, and lemon zest. Accompanied by a refreshing cucumber salad with salt, vinegar, and sesame seeds, this recipe is perfect for your next BBQ or weeknight dinner. Ready to impress your taste buds? Get the recipe now!
- 05 Apr 2024
- Cook time 30 min
- Prep time 140 min
- 4 Servings
- 13 Ingredients
Street-style chicken skewers are a delicious and versatile dish that can bring the vibrant flavors of street food right to your home. Made with tender chicken thighs marinated in a delightful mix of mirin, sake, soy sauce, and other flavorful ingredients, these skewers are perfect for grilling to perfection. Serve them with a refreshing cucumber salad on the side for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix the minced garlic, finely chopped red hot chili peppers, and shallots.
- Add the mirin, sugar, sake, soy sauce, and lemon zest to the bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Add the bite-sized chicken thigh pieces to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated.
- Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for better flavor.
- In a separate bowl, mix the thinly sliced cucumbers with salt. Let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out the moisture.
- After 10 minutes, rinse the cucumbers under cold water and drain well.
- In a clean bowl, combine the vinegar and toasted sesame seeds. Add the drained cucumbers and toss to coat.
- Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates.
- Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Adjust the cooking time as necessary depending on the thickness of the chicken pieces.
- Arrange the grilled chicken skewers on a serving platter.
- Serve the skewers alongside the cucumber pickles as a refreshing side dish.
- Optionally, you can garnish the skewers with additional lemon zest or chopped fresh herbs for extra flavor and presentation.
Tips:
- For best results, marinate the chicken thighs overnight or at least for a few hours to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.
- When skewering the chicken, make sure to leave small gaps between each piece to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat your grill to a high temperature before cooking the skewers; this will help to achieve a nice char on the outside while keeping the inside juicy.
- If you don't have a grill, you can also cook these skewers under a broiler or in a grill pan on the stove.
- Serve the skewers with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an extra burst of flavor.
- The cucumber salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge to allow the flavors to meld together.
Once you've followed these steps, you'll have delicious street-style chicken skewers that are sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of savory marinated chicken and a tangy cucumber salad creates a delightful balance of flavors. Enjoy your homemade street food experience right from the comfort of your kitchen!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 650 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 780kcal | 31% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 50g | 35% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 20g | 6% |
| Fiber 2.45g | 6% |
| Sugar 11g | 11% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 50g | 60% |
| Saturated 14g | 46% |
| Cholesterol 290mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 90ug | 10% |
| Choline 160mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 0.32mg | 27% |
| Vitamin B2 0.54mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B3 14mg | 91% |
| Vitamin B6 1.31mg | 77% |
| Vitamin B9 40ug | 10% |
| Vitamin B12 1.86ug | 78% |
| Vitamin C 40mg | 43% |
| Vitamin E 0.86mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K 44ug | 35% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 70mg | 5% |
| Copper, Cu 0.31mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 3.13mg | 28% |
| Magnesium, Mg 100mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus, P 560mg | 45% |
| Potassium, K 1100mg | 32% |
| Selenium, Se 60ug | 106% |
| Sodium, Na 800mg | 54% |
| Zinc, Zn 4.55mg | 41% |
| Water | |
| Water 490g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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