Chicken Satay
Ingredients
- 600g Chicken Thigh Fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- ½ teaspoon Ground Turmeric
- ½ teaspoon Brown Sugar
- Juice of ½ Lime
- Wooden Skewers, soaked in water
- 120g Smooth Peanut Butter
- 200ml Coconut Milk
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sweet Chilli Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Red Curry Paste
- Juice of ½ Lime
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the vegetable oil, soy sauce, garlic, coriander, cumin, turmeric, brown sugar and lime juice.
- Add the chicken pieces and toss well to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Thread the chicken onto the soaked skewers.
- Heat a grill pan or barbecue over medium-high heat.
- Cook the skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning regularly, until lightly charred and fully cooked.
- Meanwhile, combine the peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, sweet chilli sauce and red curry paste in a small saucepan.
- Simmer gently for 4–5 minutes, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the lime juice and remove from the heat.
- Arrange the chicken satay on a serving platter and serve with the warm peanut sauce.
Tips
- Chicken thighs stay juicier than chicken breast when grilled.
- Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- If the peanut sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of coconut milk.
Variations
- Replace the chicken with prawns or tofu.
- Add a pinch of chilli flakes for extra heat.
- Serve with cucumber salad and jasmine rice for a complete meal.
Storage
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice.
- Pair with a fresh cucumber salad.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts, coriander and lime wedges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cook Chicken Satay in the oven?
Can I prepare the skewers ahead of time?
Is satay sauce spicy?
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