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Chicken Satay Skewers

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Juicy marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with a rich, creamy peanut sauce for dipping. A popular Southeast Asian street food dish full of flavor and spice.

Ingredients

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  • 500g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized strips
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (for sauce)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (for sauce)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (for sauce)
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (optional, for sauce)

Instructions

  1. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, turmeric, curry powder, and vegetable oil.
  3. Add chicken strips to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
  4. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers.
  5. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.
  6. Grill skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
  7. For the sauce, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, and chili flakes in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth and heated through.
  8. Serve chicken skewers hot with peanut dipping sauce on the side.

Notes

  • Soak skewers well to avoid burning on the grill.
  • Marinating overnight gives deeper flavor.
  • Adjust chili flakes to your spice preference.
  • Can also be cooked in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes.

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Keywords: chicken satay, skewers, Thai appetizer, peanut sauce, grilled chicken, Asian street food

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