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Chicken Satay Skewers

Cultural Context

Originating from Southeast Asia, satay is a beloved street food that showcases marinated meat grilled on skewers. In Thailand, chicken satay is often served with a rich peanut sauce and a refreshing cucumber salad, making it a popular choice for gatherings and celebrations. Today, satay has gained international acclaim, with variations appearing in many countries, each adding its unique twist to the dish.

ThaiTHmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 tbsp Sesame Oil
8-12 wooden skewers
1 tbsp minced Ginger
1 tbsp minced Garlic
2 tbsp Soy Sauce
juice of 1/2 lemon
1 tbsp Sugar
1/4 cup smooth peanut butter
1/2 cup Coconut Milk
4 chicken thighs
salt
garlic powder

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers healthier fats while sunflower seed butter is nut-free.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while milk is a common substitute.

1

Soak 8-12 wooden skewers in cold water for about 20 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.

2

Alternatively, use stainless steel skewers instead of soaking wooden ones.

3

Mince 1 tbsp of Ginger.

4

In a pot under low heat, add 1 tbsp of Sesame Oil.

5

Add in 1 tbsp of minced Ginger to the pot.

6

Add in 1 tbsp of minced Garlic.

7

Add 2 tbsp of Soy Sauce.

8

Add the juice of 1/2 lemon.

9

Add in 1 tbsp of Sugar.

10

Add in 1/4 cup of smooth peanut butter and mix well.

11

Add 1/2 cup of Coconut Milk and mix well again.

12

Cut 4 chicken thighs into long strips or cubes.

13

Pour a portion of the prepared peanut sauce onto the chicken and mix thoroughly.

14

Allow the chicken to marinate for 1-2 hours.

15

Add salt and garlic powder to the chicken, which are optional.

16

Preheat the oven to 425°F while preparing the skewers.

17

Carefully place 5-6 chicken pieces on each skewer after marinating.

18

Bake in the oven at 425°F for 40 minutes.

19

Flip the skewers halfway through if time allows, but it's not necessary.

20

Use the remaining untouched peanut sauce as a dipping sauce.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

ovenpotwooden skewers

Spice Level:

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Allergens

peanutssoymilk

Also Known As

Satay GaiThai Chicken Skewers

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