Chicken in Japanese

4 servings

45 minutes

Japanese-style chicken is a dish that embodies the traditions of Japanese cuisine, based on flavor harmony and minimalism in presentation. Chicken thighs are simmered in a thick glaze made from balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar, giving the meat a rich sweet-salty flavor with a hint of acidity. Garlic and spicy chili pepper add zest, making the dish balanced and aromatic. This cooking method preserves the juiciness of the chicken and gives it an appetizing caramelized crust. This dish pairs perfectly with boiled rice or fresh vegetables, creating a complete Japanese-style meal.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 551.8
• Proteins: 52.4g
• Fats: 30.6g
• Carbohydrates: 16.4g

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs: 8 pc
• Water: 1 glass
• Balsamic vinegar: 0.5 glass
• Soy sauce: 0.3 glass
• Sugar: 2.5 tbsp
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Chili pepper: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Place all ingredients in a pot and put on high heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken thighs: 8 pieces
   • Water: 1 glass
   • Balsamic vinegar: 0.5 glass
   • Soy sauce: 0.3 glass
   • Sugar: 2.5 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Chili pepper: 1 piece

2. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat for about 20 minutes.

3. Remove scale from the surface.

4. Add heat, stir the chicken, and cook until the broth thickens slightly into a glaze.

5. Transfer the chicken to a serving dish, removing the garlic clove and chili from the glaze.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Chili pepper: 1 piece

6. Note that this is a glaze, not a sauce, and it won't yield much.