Yakitori skewers
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 195 kcal |
| Protein | 20.0 g |
| Fat | 8.0 g |
| Carbs | 9.0 g |
Yakitori skewers are Japanese grilled chicken skewers, typically made from bite-sized pieces of chicken — often a mix of meat and offal — threaded onto bamboo sticks and brushed with a sweet soy-based tare sauce before and during grilling. They are a staple of Japanese izakayas and street food stalls, usually served in portions of two or three skewers. Per 100 g, yakitori skewers provide 195 kcal, 20 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 9 g of carbohydrates, with 7 g coming from sugars largely attributable to the tare glaze. They contain 580 mg of sodium and 270 mg of potassium per 100 g, along with 0.5 mcg of vitamin B12. No glycemic index data is available. Yakitori skewers are compatible with a dairy-free dietary pattern.
How many calories in yakitori skewers?
Yakitori skewers contain 195 kcal per 100 g. A typical single skewer weighs around 40–50 g, putting it at roughly 80–100 kcal per skewer.
How much sodium is in yakitori skewers?
Yakitori skewers contain 580 mg of sodium per 100 g, primarily from the soy sauce used in the tare glaze. This is a relatively high sodium level, worth noting if you are tracking daily intake.
Are yakitori skewers high in protein?
Yes — yakitori skewers provide 20 g of protein per 100 g, making them a protein-dense option relative to their calorie count of 195 kcal. The fat content is moderate at 8 g per 100 g.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 195 kcal |
| Protein | 20.0 g |
| Fat | 8.0 g |
| Carbs | 9.0 g |
| Sugars | 7.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.20 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.2 g |
| Monounsaturated | 3.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 1.8 g |
| Cholesterol | 75.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 14.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 270 mg |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 20.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.50 mcg |