Little
chicken tenders take on gigantic flavor with a simple Southeast Asian-style
ginger and brown sugar mixture that acts as both a marinade and a finishing
drizzle. The ingredients and preparation are simple—just build in marinating
time.
Note: Sometimes I like to use the
Japanese style of grilling meat skewers elevated on bricks, especially when the
meat is marinated in a slightly sweet mixture that may quickly stick to the
grill grates. You can use metal skewers or sturdy wooden ones, as I opted for here. See all about this type of grilling at Chicken Yakitori with Shiitakes and Scallions.
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp
tamari (or soy sauce)
- 2 tbsp finely
chopped ginger
- 1-1/2 tbsp
brown sugar
- 1 tbsp finely
chopped garlic
- 1 tbsp fish
sauce
- 1 tbsp rice
vinegar
- 1 scallion,
finely chopped
- 8 3-oz
chicken tenders
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Ginger, Garlic, and Scallions |
Preparation
- Combine the
tamari and next 6 ingredients (through scallion) in a bowl, stirring well to
dissolve the sugar. Transfer 2 tablespoons of the ginger-brown sugar mixture to
a small bowl, cover, and set aside. (Refrigerate if marinating the meat
overnight. Bring to room temperature before using.)
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Drizzle/Marinade |
- Place the
remaining mixture in a sturdy, sealable plastic bag and add the chicken
tenders. Seal and turn several times to coat. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, or
overnight.
- Light a
grill for medium-high heat. Wrap 2 bricks tightly in foil and place on the
grill as noted in Chicken Yakitori with Shiitakes and Scallions.
- Remove the
chicken tenders from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Thread 2 tenders
lengthwise on each of 4 skewers (soaked in water 30 minutes, if wood).
- Place the
skewers on the bricks and grill the chicken, turning a few times, until lightly
charred on all sides and cooked through, about 20 minutes total, depending on
the thickness of the tenders.
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Chicken in Marinade |
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Skewers Ready to Grill |
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Beginning to Grill |
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Grilled Skewers |
Transfer the skewers to a platter and drizzle
with the reserved ginger-brown sugar mixture. Serve right away.
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Ginger and Brown Sugar Chicken Skewers |
I like the idea of the foil protecting the ends of the wood skewer! Great idea! Thanks for sharing on the What's for Dinner link up!
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