Yakitori (Shrimp)
Yakitori (Shrimp) is a popular Japanese grilled dish featuring bite-sized shrimp skewered and cooked over charcoal. The shrimp are typically seasoned with either a savory-sweet tare sauce or simply salt, and are a staple of izakaya (Japanese pub) menus. This variation of yakitori showcases the versatility of the classic skewered format beyond chicken.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, with a moderate fat content depending on the sauce used. It provides essential nutrients like selenium, vitamin B12, and phosphorus, with a typical serving containing around 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Selenium | 38 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
Per 4 skewers (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Yakitori literally means 'grilled bird,' so shrimp yakitori is a playful twist on the name, highlighting how the cooking method defines the dish more than the protein. Nutritionally, shrimp is an excellent source of astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant that gives it its pink color.
