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Chicken Skewers

Cultural Context

Chicken skewers, often referred to as chicken satay, are a popular street food in Mauritius, reflecting the island's diverse culinary influences. Traditionally enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations, these skewers are marinated in a rich blend of spices and sauces, then grilled to perfection. Today, variations abound globally, with many regions adapting the marinade and accompaniments to suit local tastes.

MauritianMUmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 pounds chicken tenderloin
1 tablespoon baking soda
soy sauce
water
cornstarch
sugar
fresh ginger
garlic
sesame oil
red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
2 cups rice
oil
4 cups warm water
lime juice
1/2 bunch cilantro
salt
pepper
cabbage

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers a healthier fat profile while sunflower seed butter is budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, and liquid aminos is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

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

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener, and agave is often less expensive.

1

Add 1 tablespoon of baking soda to the chicken and let it set for about 5 minutes.

2

Rinse the chicken 2-3 times and strain it onto a plate.

3

Prepare the marinade by adding all liquid ingredients to the soy sauce and stirring.

4

Mix cornstarch with water until smooth, then add to the marinade to prevent clumping.

5

Add 2 pounds of chicken tenderloin to the marinade, which is enough for 6 pounds of chicken.

6

Add sugar, fresh ginger, garlic, sesame oil, red pepper flakes (1/2 tablespoon), and 1 bay leaf to the marinade and mix well.

7

Marinate the chicken for at least 6 hours, ideally 12-24 hours, and soak skewers in water for at least 2 hours to prevent burning.

8

In a pan on medium-low heat, add oil and 2 cups of rice, stirring to coat the rice until it turns translucent.

9

Add 4 cups of warm water and lime juice to the rice, then bring to a boil with a lid on.

10

Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let steam until rice is fluffy, about 15 minutes.

11

After cooking, let the rice sit uncovered for 3-4 minutes before adding chopped cilantro (about 1/2 bunch).

12

Mix the cilantro into the rice gently to avoid cooking it too much with residual heat.

13

Chop cabbage for slaw, adjusting the amount based on preference, and season with salt, pepper, and lime to taste.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

panmixing bowlskewers

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Chicken SatayGrilled Chicken Skewers

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