Description
Mouthwatering chicken satay with spicy peanut dipping sauce brings Indonesian street food magic straight to your kitchen. Juicy marinated chicken skewers paired with creamy, zesty sauce create an irresistible flavor adventure sure to delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breasts or thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into thin strips
- ½ cup (120 ml) coconut milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp turmeric
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
- ½ cup (120 ml) creamy natural peanut butter
- ½ cup (120 ml) coconut milk
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water (to thin, as needed)
- 1 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Marination Fusion: Whisk coconut milk, curry powder, turmeric, soy sauce, brown sugar, fish sauce, and garlic into a vibrant marinade. Submerge chicken pieces, ensuring complete coverage, and refrigerate for 1-4 hours to intensify flavor profiles.
- Peanut Sauce Alchemy: Combine peanut butter, coconut milk, red curry paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and chili flakes in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture transforms into a silky, aromatic sauce. Adjust consistency with water as needed, then set aside to cool slightly.
- Skewer Preparation: Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent charring. Carefully thread marinated chicken strips onto skewers, ensuring even distribution and secure placement.
- Grilling Technique: Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature. Lightly oil cooking surface to prevent sticking. Arrange skewers and grill for 3-4 minutes per side, rotating to achieve beautiful caramelization and ensuring chicken is thoroughly cooked with a slightly charred exterior.
- Elegant Presentation: Arrange grilled satay skewers on a serving platter. Accompany with prepared peanut dipping sauce. Optional garnishes include freshly chopped cilantro, zesty lime wedges, and crushed peanuts for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Let chicken marinate longer, up to 4 hours, for deeper taste absorption and more tender meat.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to avoid charring and potential fire risks.
- Adjust peanut sauce thickness by adding water gradually, ensuring smooth and dippable texture without being too runny.
- Grill chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to guarantee complete food safety and prevent raw chicken risks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg