Yakitori-style Salmon Skewers

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Salmon fillets, skinless and cubed
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.5 cup Mirin
• 0.25 cup Sake
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 6 stalks Green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 piece Garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic over medium heat.

3. 3

   Simmer the sauce for 8-10 minutes until it reduces by half and becomes a thick, glossy syrup; set aside to cool.

4. 4

   Thread the salmon cubes and green onion pieces onto the skewers, alternating between fish and onion.

5. 5

   Lightly brush the salmon skewers with vegetable oil and season with a tiny pinch of salt if desired.

6. 6

   Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat and place skewers on the grate.

7. 7

   Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, brushing generously with the yakitori glaze during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

8. 8

   Remove from heat once the salmon is opaque and the glaze is caramelized, then sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.