Chicken Satay Peanut Dipping Sauce (Print Version)
Juicy chicken marinated in Thai spices, grilled on skewers and served with creamy peanut dipping sauce.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Skewers
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8 bamboo skewers
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1 pound chicken thighs or breast, sliced thin and long (1/4 inch thick by 3-4 inches long)
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1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
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1 tablespoon yellow curry powder or 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 tablespoon garlic, finely minced
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2 tablespoons brown sugar, palm sugar, agave, maple syrup, or honey
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons soy sauce or Thai mushroom soy sauce
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2 tablespoons peanut, avocado, or olive oil
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1/4 cup water
→ Garnishes
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Lime wedges
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Crushed roasted peanuts
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Cilantro
→ Satay Sauce
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1/3 cup peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
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1-2 tablespoons red curry paste (to taste)
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1/3 cup full-fat coconut milk
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1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar, palm sugar, or honey
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1/2 teaspoon white vinegar or lime juice
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1 teaspoon fish sauce
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1/4 cup water
# Steps:
01 -
Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 30-60 minutes.
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Mix all marinade ingredients in a shallow pan until well combined.
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Add the chicken or tofu to the marinade, ensuring all sides are coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or overnight, stirring occasionally.
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Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
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Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers. Reserve the leftover marinade for basting.
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Grill the chicken skewers on medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side. Baste with the reserved marinade each time you flip the skewers. Monitor closely to avoid burning.
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Combine all sauce ingredients in a small saucepan and whisk over medium heat until thickened. Taste and adjust sweetness, salt, and acidity as needed. Transfer to a small bowl for serving.
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Serve the chicken satay on a platter with peanut dipping sauce, lime wedges, crushed roasted peanuts, and cilantro.
# Helpful Notes:
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For a vegan version, replace chicken with firm tofu and substitute fish sauce with soy sauce.
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Serve with Asian cucumber salad or coconut rice for a complete meal.