Yakitori (Negima)
Negima is a classic Japanese yakitori dish featuring skewered pieces of chicken thigh, typically alternating with sections of negi (Japanese long onion or scallion). It originates from Japan and is a staple in izakayas and street food stalls, where it's grilled over charcoal and seasoned with either a savory-sweet tare sauce or simple salt.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the chicken and provides some dietary fiber from the onions, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the cut of chicken used. A typical serving of two skewers (about 100-120g) generally contains around 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 300 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Selenium | 20 mcg |
Per 1 serving (about 5 skewers, 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Negima is culturally significant as a representation of the 'nose-to-tail' eating philosophy in Japanese cuisine, using the whole chicken across different yakitori cuts. Nutritionally, the pairing of lean protein with vegetables on a single skewer creates a balanced, flavorful bite that's both satisfying and relatively wholesome.
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