Easy Japanese Summer Recipes #japanesefood

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often more flavorful and less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

Lower sodium option for health.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar with a bit of sugar

💰Cheaper: rice vinegar with a bit of sugar

A more accessible alternative.

Marinate chicken in soy sauce, mirin, sugar, ginger, and garlic for at least 30 minutes.

Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat.

Remove chicken from marinade, reserving marinade for later.

Grill or sauté chicken until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.

In a small saucepan, bring reserved marinade to a boil and simmer for a few minutes to thicken.

Slice chicken and drizzle with thickened sauce, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens