Tsukune is a traditional Japanese dish, basically a type of chicken meatball. These meatballs are tender, juicy, and flavorful, perfect for grilling or pan-frying. It is a popular dish in Japan that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or as a main dish.

material:

ground chicken - 1 lb

Grated ginger - 1 teaspoon

grated garlic - 1 teaspoon

soy sauce - 2 tablespoons

Sake (rice wine) - 1 tablespoon

sugar - 1 teaspoon

Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

salt and pepper to taste

Green onion, thinly sliced ​​- 2 tbsp

Instructions:

In a large bowl, mix minced chicken, grated ginger, grated garlic, soy sauce, sake, sugar, sesame oil, salt and pepper. Mix well.

By hand, shape mixture into small meatballs (about 2 inches in diameter).

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Add meatballs to skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and medium cooked.

Remove from pan and place on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Serve meatballs with green onions and your favorite dipping sauce.

Tsukune is often served with a sweet and savory sauce made from mirin, sake, sugar and soy sauce. A simple sauce of soy sauce and lemon juice is also delicious.

These Japanese chicken meatballs are perfect for a quick and easy meal, perfect for a party appetizer or a satisfying main course.

Enjoy delicious meatballs!