Quail Yakitori Skewers

Glazed quail yakitori skewers on black plates

RECIPE #50

Japanese-style yakitori: quail thighs in a soy-mirin glaze, grilled hot and fast.

ā± Prep: 30 min (marinate) šŸ”„ Cook: 6 min šŸ½ Serves: 4 šŸ’Ŗ 310 cal

Ingredients

  • 4 quail thighs
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Skewers

Instructions

  1. Marinate the quail in the sauce for 30 minutes.
  2. Thread onto skewers.
  3. Grill or broil 2–3 minutes per side.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

310

Calories

24g

Protein

12g

Fat

10g

Carbs


Tips & Variations

Serving Tip: Serve with steamed rice or edamame.

Alternate Method: Thread green onion between the pieces.

Pro Tip: Reserve a spoonful of marinade (before the raw meat goes in) to brush on at the end.

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