Korean Chicken Skewers

Ingredients:

1 ½ pounds (700g) chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

8-10 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

For the Marinade:

¼ cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)

1 tablespoon sesame oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch piece of ginger, grated

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 teaspoon brown sugar

½ teaspoon black pepper

For Garnish:

Sesame seeds

Chopped green onions

Directions:

Prepare the Marinade:

In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, gochujang, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and black pepper.

Marinate the Chicken:

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

Assemble the Skewers:

Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers.

Cook the Skewers:

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates or pan. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, basting with the remaining marinade, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.

Remove the skewers from the grill and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot with steamed rice or a fresh salad.

Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating) | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating)

Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 4