Sesame chicken loaf or Matsukaze-Yaki  is a yummy dish that can be eaten as an appetizer or snack. It can also be a main course served alongside vegetables or noodles. It is a Japanese version of chicken patties or chicken fritters.

This recipe is consists of mostly meat, but you may add vegetables such as grated carrots or potatoes if desired. You can also do the same for turkey meat if you want a leaner dish.

 

Serves 4-6

Ingredients:

500g minced chicken meat

1 small leek, minced

1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon sake

1 egg, beaten

1 tablespoon sesame oil

2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

 

Place the minced chicken, leeks, ginger, soy sauce, egg and sake in a large bowl. Mix well.

Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Spoon some of the chicken mixture into the pan and spread it evenly as if you are cooking an omelette. Fry it for 2-3 minutes or until it is browned. Flip it over and cook the other side.

Transfer the cooked chicken mixture to a plate or chopping board. Slice it into quarters or smaller pieces if desired. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving. Serve warm.

 

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