Shio Koji Chicken
Shio Koji Chicken is a traditional Japanese dish that uses the natural fermentation process of koji to tenderize and enhance the flavor of chicken. It's a simple, yet delicious dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
- Sake - 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Shio koji - 1/2 cup
- Chicken thighs - 4 pieces
Let's Get Started
- In a bowl, mix together the shio koji, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, and sake.
- Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and mix well to coat the chicken with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator for best results.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pan, skin side down, and cook for about 7 minutes until the skin is browned.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve the Shio Koji Chicken with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
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