Chicken Yakitori Skewers with Ramen Noodle Garnish

Delicious and easy-to-make Chicken Yakitori skewers, glazed with a savory-sweet sauce, served alongside a bed of lightly seasoned ramen noodles. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

35 minutes

Calories

475

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.99

Season:

Meal Type:

Cuisine:

Main Ingredient:

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy•Grilling

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1lbBoneless, skinless chicken thighs(Cut into 1-inch cubes)

£4.50

0.5cupSoy sauce(Low sodium preferred)

£0.30

0.3cupMirin(Japanese sweet rice wine)

£0.75

2tablespoonsSake(Dry sake is best)

£0.60

1tablespoonBrown sugar(Packed)

£0.05

1cloveGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1teaspoonGinger(Grated)

£0.15

1tablespoonVegetable oil(For grilling)

£0.05

4ozDried ramen noodles(Plain or unflavored)

£0.40

1teaspoonSesame oil(For ramen noodles)

£0.15

0.5teaspoonSoy sauce(For ramen noodles)

£0.30

2Green onions(Thinly sliced, for garnish)

£0.50

1teaspoonSesame seeds(For garnish)

£0.10

Total Cost

£7.95

£1.99 per serving

The Method

1
Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
2
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce slightly thickens. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
3
Thread the chicken cubes onto the soaked skewers.
4
Preheat grill to medium heat. Lightly oil the grill grates.
5
Grill the chicken skewers for 5-7 minutes per side, basting frequently with the yakitori sauce, until cooked through and nicely glazed. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
6
While the chicken is grilling, cook the ramen noodles according to package directions. Drain well.
7
In a bowl, toss the cooked ramen noodles with sesame oil and soy sauce.
8
Arrange the seasoned ramen noodles on a serving plate or individual plates. Place the grilled chicken yakitori skewers on top of the noodles.
9
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
10
Serve immediately. Reserve extra yakitori sauce for dipping, if desired.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (220g)

475 kcal / 1987 kJ

Carbs

33g

13% of RDA

Fat

20g

29% of RDA

Protein

38g

76% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

12 g

13% of RDA

Sodium

1450 mg

63% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in half of the yakitori sauce for at least 30 minutes before threading onto skewers.

If you don't have a grill, you can broil the skewers in the oven. Place the skewers on a baking sheet lined with foil and broil for 5-7 minutes per side, basting with the sauce.

Adjust the amount of brown sugar in the yakitori sauce to your preference for sweetness.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the yakitori sauce.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

Small Saucepan

Skewers

Wine Pairings

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