Grilled Chicken Satay With Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken Satay With Thai Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup coconut milk canned; 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed; 1/4 cup peanut oil; 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves chopped fresh; 1 teaspoon fresh ginger peeled and minced; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves about 4 ounces each; 4 lemongrass stalks about 9 inches long; 1 1/2 cups coconut milk canned; 6 tablespoons smooth peanut butter; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons minced onion; 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon lemongrass minced fresh; 2 teaspoons rice vinegar unseasoned; 1 teaspoon lime zest minced; 1/2 cup cilantro leaves minced fresh; 3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves minced

Servings: persons

1/2 cup coconut milk canned
1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
1/4 cup peanut oil
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves chopped fresh
1 teaspoon fresh ginger peeled and minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves about 4 ounces each
4 lemongrass stalks about 9 inches long
1 1/2 cups coconut milk canned
6 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons minced onion
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon lemongrass minced fresh
2 teaspoons rice vinegar unseasoned
1 teaspoon lime zest minced
1/2 cup cilantro leaves minced fresh
3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves minced

1
This unusual and exotic presentation yields appetizer-size servings; for a main course, double the recipe and serve with rice. Lemongrass is a tall fibrous grass with lemony flavor; the best places to buy it fresh are at Southeast Asian markets.
2
Place the coconut milk, lime juice, oil, cilantro, ginger; sugar, and garlic in a mixing bowl and stir to dissolve the sugar. Cut each chicken breast lengthwise into 3 strips and let marinate in the refrigerator for 3 or 4 hours. Remove the outer leaves of each stalk of lemongrass and cut the thinner end at an angle to make lemongrass skewers; set aside.
3
To prepare the sauce, place the coconut milk, peanut butter; sugar; soy sauce, onion, curry paste, garlic, lemongrass, vinegar; lime zest, cilantro, and basil in a large saucepan. Bring just to a simmer while stirring, but do not boil. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and strain the sauce before serving.
4
While the sauce is cooking, thread the marinated chicken strips onto the lemongrass skewers and grill over direct medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Serve with the warm peanut sauce.

569

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup coconut milk canned, 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed, 1/4 cup peanut oil, 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves chopped fresh, and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken Satay With Thai 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.

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Grilled Chicken Satay With Thai Peanut Sauce

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