Ikayaki
Ikayaki is a popular Japanese street food made with grilled squid brushed with a savory soy-based sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Bonito flakes - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
- Green onions - 2, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
- Sugar - 1 teaspoon
- Mirin - 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Squid - 4 medium-sized, cleaned
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, and sugar to make the sauce.
- Brush the squid with vegetable oil and place it on the grill.
- Grill the squid for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
- Brush the sauce onto the squid while grilling, flipping once to ensure both sides are coated.
- Remove the squid from the grill and let it rest for a minute.
- Slice the grilled squid into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve the ikayaki hot, garnished with green onions and bonito flakes.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 2g