If you’re not familiar with it, miso paste is a Japanese seasoning made with fermented soybeans. Veggies in ButterĪnother easy way to flavor your vegetables is to cook it in butter and miso paste. Roast them in the oven and Voila, a delicious and colorful side. Slice up some carrots, potatoes, turnips, taro, and sweet potatoes and coat them in a delicious soy sauce, peanut, coconut, and sesame oil dressing. Give your Teriyaki Chicken a healthy yet filling side by roasting some root vegetables!
Okay, coleslaw isn’t Asian, but you can infuse some oriental flavor to your carrots and cabbage by coating it in a sweet sesame and ginger dressing. Add some chopped chili if you can take the heat. Give it an Asian spin by flavoring it with oyster sauce and mirin. Sticky mushroomsĮnoki and Shitake Mushrooms have such a distinct rich and earthy flavor, and it pairs so well with Teriyaki Chicken. I then fry it in olive oil for a few minutes, and it’s ready! So easy, yet so delicious. There are many ways to prepare this versatile dish, but I like marinating it in teriyaki sauce to match the chicken. EggplantĮggplant is another staple in Asian cuisine. And, that beautiful sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and ground ginger. Veggies such as snow peas, carrots, and mushrooms add color and flavor to the dish. So so good.Īdd a Chinese twist to your meal by making lo mein, a Chinese staple made with egg noodles. Again, top with some peanuts, green onions, and cilantro. Or how about some rice noodles? Coat them in sesame oil and flavor with a bit of lime juice. Top it with peanuts, scallions, and cilantro for another layer of texture and flavor. Then, coat that in soy sauce and rice vinegar dressing. Or, you could also give your soba noodles a Korean flair by adding kimchi, edamame, and black bean paste. So, how about some noodles? There are a variety of noodle dishes to choose from – and any of them are great with teriyaki chicken.įor instance, some soba or buckwheat noodles flavored with soy sauce, sesame oil, green onion, and sesame seeds will elevate your meal to a whole new level of goodness.
Since Teriyaki Chicken is purely protein, you’ll want to pair it with a few carbs on the side. You’ll also need garlic and ginger for more flavor.įor the distinct Japanese flavor, though, head to your nearest Asian grocery and get some soy sauce, sake, and sesame oil. Vegetable Stir FryĬalled yasai itame, vegetable stir fry is another traditional Japanese side dish that’s delicious, nutritious, and quick and easy to make! Plus, the vibrant vegetables pair perfectly with Teriyaki Chicken too, so you can’t go wrong with this one.įor the vegetables, you’ll need cabbage, onions, carrots, snow pease, carrots, and bean sprouts.
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Here’s how to do it: boil some water and add dashi, mirin, and soy sauce. Let’s begin with another Japanese favorite of mine – tempura! But, aside from the more popular ebi (shrimp) tempura, use vegetables instead! Coat sweet potatoes, squash, and eggplant with Panko breadcrumbs and deep-fry until golden.Īnd, don’t forget that sweet tempura sauce. So without further ado, I present to you, 15 side dishes that pair perfectly with Teriyaki Chicken. If that sounds a bit intimidating, don’t worry! These tasty side dishes are easier than you might think. You’ll want to serve a few complimentary sides to round out your meal.Īnd since you’re already serving an Asian dish, why not go all out? Whip up some Asian sides to go with your Teriyaki Chicken. But while teriyaki chicken has nailed the flavors down, it’s hardly a meal on its own.
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