Gingery Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce Recipe

Name: Gingery Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large shallots; 4 large garlic cloves; 2 stalks of lemongrass, bottom 6 inches only, outer leaves peeled, inner stalk cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 serrano or jalapeno chiles, stemmed and seeded; 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 3 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoon Asian fish sauce; 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise 1 inch thick; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk; 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

4 large shallots
4 large garlic cloves
2 stalks of lemongrass, bottom 6 inches only, outer leaves peeled, inner stalk cut into 1-inch pieces
2 serrano or jalapeno chiles, stemmed and seeded
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoon Asian fish sauce
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, sliced lengthwise 1 inch thick
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

1
Light a grill.
2
In a mini food processor, combine the shallots, garlic, lemongrass, chiles, ginger, soy sauce, coriander and ground pepper.
3
Add 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of the fish sauce and process to a fine paste.
4
Transfer half of the seasoning paste to a large bowl.
5
Add the chicken and toss to coat.
6
Thread the chicken strips onto skewers.
7
Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the oil and let stand for 10 minutes.
8
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil in a medium saucepan.
9
Add the remaining seasoning paste and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
10
Add the coconut milk and bring to a boil, stirring.
11
Whisk in the peanut butter and the remaining 1 tablespoon each of brown sugar and fish sauce and bring to a simmer.
12
Transfer the sauce to a blender, add the lime juice and puree until smooth.
13
Transfer to a bowl.
14
Grill the chicken skewers over a hot fire until lightly charred and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
15
Transfer the chicken to a platter or bowl and sprinkle with the cilantro.
16
Serve with the peanut sauce.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large shallots, 4 large garlic cloves, 2 stalks of lemongrass, bottom 6 inches only, outer leaves peeled, inner stalk cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 serrano or jalapeno chiles, stemmed and seeded, and more.

Yes, Gingery Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gingery Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

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