Name: Gingery Ground Chicken
Yield: Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients: 12 ounces ground chicken, preferably a combination of dark and light meat; 2 tablespoons saké; 2 teaspoons sugar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon ginger juice

Tori Soboro

This gingery soy-simmered chicken is a popular topping for rice and stuffing for omusubi. Less soupy than a Sloppy Joe, the texture is similar to a dry curry or stiff chili con carne. It freezes well, so do not hesitate to double the recipe.

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