Malaysian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Tender chicken skewers marinated in aromatic spices and grilled to perfection, served with a rich, creamy peanut dipping sauce. This classic Malaysian street food is perfect for parties or as a flavorful starter.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
- 2 stalks lemongrass stalks, minced
- 3 shallots, minced
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 16 wooden skewers, soaked
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
Instructions
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1
Soak 16 soaked wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
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In a food processor or blender, combine 2 stalks minced lemongrass stalks, 3 minced shallots, 4 cloves minced garlic cloves, 1 inch grated fresh ginger, 1 tsp ground turmeric, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1/4 cup of coconut milk, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, and 1 tsp salt. Blend until a smooth paste forms.
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3
Place 1 lb cubed boneless skinless chicken thighs in a bowl and pour the marinade over it. Toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
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4
For the peanut sauce, whisk together the remaining coconut milk, 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, and 1/4 cup warm water in a medium bowl until smooth. Adjust consistency with more water if needed. Set aside.
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5
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
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Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers, about 4-5 pieces per skewer.
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Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F) and has nice grill marks.
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Serve the chicken satay hot with the peanut dipping sauce, garnished with sliced 1 sliced cucumber and 1/2 sliced red onion.