Easy Chicken Teriyaki

An old favourite of many I'm sure and it is so easy to make. The amount of sugar is slightly scary but I usually substitute two tablespoons of sugar with one of honey as I don't like it uber sweet anyway. It's probably not that much better for you but it doesn't feel quite as naughty. You can also add some sake for extra taste but as it is quite difficult to get hold of I usually do without or use a splash of chinese Shao Hsing wine.

Ingredients:

5 x sliced chicken thighs (I buy the skinless and boneless kind)
4 x Tbsp soy sauce
4 x Tbsp sugar (or substitute a couple of tbsp with honey)
2 x Tbsp water
1 x Tbsp cornflour (mixed with water)
Sliced onions
one clove of garlic (crushed and chopped)
few strips of ginger (crushed)

Medley of vegetables steamed (I like broccoli and carrots with teriyaki) as a side.

First brown the onions, garlic and ginger before adding the chicken pieces. Once the chicken has browned add the soy sauce, mirin, sugar and water. Bring to boil then simmer for about 15 minutes making sure the chicken is cooked through. Once it is ready, add the cornflour mixture and reduce to the consistency you like.  

Serve with rice and vegetables.