Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Secret is out! The easy way to make Singapore Chicken Satay with delicious peanut dipping sauce!

Login to Save
Mon's Easy Kitchen
Mon's Easy Kitchen
9 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Mon's Easy Kitchen to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Singapore Chicken Satay

Cultural Context

Originating from the diverse culinary landscape of Southeast Asia, chicken satay is a beloved street food in Singapore, often enjoyed at hawker centers. Traditionally served with a rich peanut sauce, it reflects the region's blend of flavors and spices. Today, satay has gained global popularity, inspiring variations that include different meats and sauces, while still celebrating the essence of its roots.

SingaporeanSGmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
Chicken Thigh Fillet - 1kg
Salt - 1 tbsp
Sugar - 1 tbsp
Tamarind Pure - 2 tbsp
Cooking oil (sunflower oil / peanut oil / vegetable oil) - 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp
Crunchy Peanut butter - 1/4 cup
Water - 1.5 cup
Satay sticks or skewers - 10-12
Coriander Powder - 4 tbsp
Ground Cumin - 2 tbsp
Ground Fennel - 2 tbsp
Lemongrass - 80g
Garlic - 35g
Ginger - 45g
Onion - 350g
Paprika - 1.5 tbsp
Turmeric Powder - 1 tsp
Water - 1.5 tbsp

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

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

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, and evaporated milk is more affordable.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often cheaper.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is less expensive.

1

Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.

2

Mix crunchy peanut butter, cooking oil, tamarind puree, sugar, salt, and water in a separate bowl.

3

Add coriander powder, ground cumin, ground fennel, turmeric powder, and paprika to the marinade mixture.

4

Pour marinade over chicken pieces and mix well. Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

5

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

6

Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers.

7

Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.

8

Serve skewers with sliced cucumber and red onion on the side.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlskewersknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Satay AyamChicken Satay

Other Takes on Chicken

(24 videos)

Similar Singaporean Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(19 videos)