Kushi Tori

Kushi Tori is a delightful Paleo Japanese dish featuring tender chicken skewers marinated in a flavorful blend of ginger and garlic, perfect for a midnight snack. Grilled to perfection, these skewers are both satisfying and healthy, making them an ideal late-night indulgence.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
• Coconut aminos - 4 tablespoons
• Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Garlic - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Wooden skewers - 4, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine coconut aminos, grated ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, mixing well to ensure all pieces are coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is fully cooked and has nice grill marks.
6. Remove from the grill and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 50 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates suitable for a Paleo diet.

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