Post by chief_cook2 on Oct 26, 2002 14:41:19 GMT -6
Miso marinade adds a rich flavor to this Japanese country-style grilled chicken.
2 tablespoons light soy sauce (usukuchi shoyu)
2 tablespoons saké <br>2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons light miso
2 green onions, crushed and slivered
1 teaspoon minced ginger root
1 garlic clove, minced
8 boned chicken breast halves, skin intact
1 tablespoon seven-spice powder (optional)
Blend soy sauce, saké, mirin, miso, green onions, ginger root and garlic in a rectangular baking dish. Coat chicken with mixture. Marinate 1 hour or refrigerate overnight, turning several times.
Preheat a hibichi, portable tabletop grill or charcoal grill.
Shake marinade off chicken; pat dry. Place skin-down on hot grill. Grill 4 to 5 minutes. Turn chicken; grill second side 4 to 5 minutes or until golden brown and done inside. When chicken is done, sprinkle with sesame seeds and spice mixture.
Makes 8 servings.
Note: The chicken can be sautéed in a skillet.