Chicken Satay in Peanut Sauce
Chicken Satay is a vibrant, smoky grilled delicacy that serves as a bridge between the street food stalls of Southeast Asia and the beloved "starters" menu of many Chinese-influenced restaurants. It is characterized by tender, threaded meat and a rich, nutty sauce that provides a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy notes.
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Cooking Instructions
Cooking: 10 minutes
Notes:
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts can be used in place of chicken thighs if preferred.
For best results, marinate the chicken overnight to allow the spices and coconut milk to fully infuse the meat.
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, soy sauce, yellow curry powder, turmeric, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and fish sauce until smooth.
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken thigh pieces to the marinade, tossing to ensure all pieces are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate to marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Thread and Season Skewers
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers. Brush lightly with oil and season with salt and pepper.
Grill the Chicken
Heat a grill or griddle pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until nicely charred and cooked through.
Make the Peanut Sauce
In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, chilli garlic sauce, and ginger. Whisk in warm water 1 tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches a smooth, pourable consistency.
Serve
Transfer the hot chicken skewers to a platter and serve immediately alongside the peanut dipping sauce.
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Ingredients
| Chicken Thighs | 900g |
| Coconut Milk | 60ml |
| Soy Sauce | 2 tbsp |
| Yellow Curry Powder | 2½ tsp |
| Turmeric | 1½ tsp |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Ginger | 1 tbsp |
| Brown Sugar | 1 tbsp |
| Fish Sauce | 1 tbsp |
| Vegetable Oil | 1 tbsp |
| Salt | ½ tsp |
| Black Pepper | ½ tsp |
| Peanut Butter | 3 tbsp |
| Soy Sauce | 1 tbsp |
| Lime Juice | 1 tbsp |
| Brown Sugar | 2 tsp |
| Chilli Garlic Sauce | 2 tsp |
| Ginger | 1 tsp |
| Water | 3 tbsp |
