Why Marion Grills Chicken and Leek on Separate Skewers for Perfect Teriyaki Caramelization

Marion Grasby walks through her homemade teriyaki sauce — built from soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, and sake — and explains why she skewers chicken thighs and leeks separately to achieve even searing and deep lacquered color. A practical, weeknight-friendly take on Japanese yakitori-style cooking that works just as well with salmon or plain chicken pieces.