Yakitori don
A complete donburi where the yakitori glaze soaks into the hot rice, with no unnecessary sauces or techniques.
Instructions
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Wash and soak the rice ⏱ 30 min
Rinse the rice in 4-5 changes of water, until the water stays almost clear. Cover it with cold water, then drain it completely.
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Cook the rice ⏱ 12 min
Put the rice with 360 ml water in a saucepan with a lid. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cook without lifting the lid.
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Let the rice rest ⏱ 10 min
Turn off the heat and leave the rice covered. The residual steam evens out the texture. Fluff it gently only at the end.
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Heat the yakitori ⏱ 10 min
Arrange the skewers on a tray and heat them at 200°C. If you want more shine, brush them lightly with teriyaki sauce in the last few minutes.
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Assemble the bowls
Divide the hot rice among bowls, arrange the skewers on top and scatter over the Sesame Mix and spring onions. Serve right away.
Good to know
The skewers are already cooked. The goal is to reheat them through and get a controlled caramelization, not to dry out the chicken. Don't leave the grill unattended, since the sugary glaze burns quickly.
Frequently asked questions
What is a yakitori don?
It is a complete donburi, glazed yakitori skewers set over hot Japanese rice. The glaze soaks straight into the rice, with no extra sauces or techniques.
Do the yakitori skewers need cooking from scratch?
No, the Yakitori Skewers are already cooked. The goal is to reheat them through with a controlled caramelisation at 200°C, not to dry out the chicken.
How do I cook Koshihikari rice for the don?
Rinse it in 4 to 5 changes of water, cook it with 360 ml water over low heat without lifting the lid, then rest it 10 minutes covered. The residual steam evens out the texture.
How do I stop the yakitori glaze from burning?
Don't leave the grill unattended, since the sugary glaze burns quickly. If you want more shine, brush the skewers lightly with teriyaki sauce only in the last few minutes.
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Yakitori don
Yakitori don
A complete donburi where the yakitori glaze soaks into the hot rice, with no unnecessary sauces or techniques.
Notes
The skewers are already cooked. The goal is to reheat them through and get a controlled caramelization, not to dry out the chicken. Don't leave the grill unattended, since the sugary glaze burns quickly.
