by Sidereal
For a request by one of my friends from years ago.
When thinking of cooking Asian dishes, there’s a side of anxiety that comes with it. For some reason, the beautiful presentations and exquisite sauces and spices of that area of the world are reason enough to feel intimidated. But just as with any other cuisine, practice makes perfect.
by avlxyz
The ultimate goal here is to create a dish that is as far away from takeout food as you possibly can. Because with $5.65 for a combination meal with an eggroll and a soda, you might be better off ordering instead of slaving away only to get what they are making down the block. What I will do here is give you a basic recipe for the chicken, and then give suggestions for how to make it even more delicious and something you can call your own.
BASIC TERIYAKI SAUCE
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar (OR 1/4 cup honey)
2 – 3 garlic cloves, crushed or minced
2 tsp finely grated fresh ginger (OR 1 tsp ground ginger)
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
* Sauce good for 2 – 3 lbs of chicken.
* After marinated in sauce, place chicken in a 350 degree oven for about an hour, turning the pieces halfway through.
All of the contents can go in a Ziploc bag. Chicken can marinate in it for 15 minutes to all night and still taste good. If you are on a budget, chicken thighs are a great choice. Plus, it is dark meat and more likely to stay juicy and tender. Wings are a great idea here, especially if the sauce is made with honey. It will give a sweet stickiness to the wings and can be a great alternative to regular hot wings any day. Just remember your napkins, it can get quite messy.
The sauce can be made in batches and can be stored for days at a time in the refrigerator. If you are usually in a rush during the week, you can make it ahead during the weekend and still have a great midweek dinner. Wednesdays are usually crying out for something special to motivate you to make it to the end of the workweek anyway.
VARIATIONS:
1. Sprinkle sesame seeds, chopped chives, parsley/mint, or red pepper flakes on top.
2. This dish is best served with white rice, but brown rice is also a good choice for those looking for a more hearty meal.
3. Vegetables sides are usually steamed broccoli, but you can also try sauteed/steamed carrots, snow peas, or bell peppers. Or mix them all up!
4. Garnishing can include candied ginger, lemon or orange peel, or fresh parsley or mint.
5. Teriyaki sauce is also a good alternative for BBQ sauce when grilling.
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