Peanut Miso Chicken Skewers Recipe

Name: Peanut Miso Chicken Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 stalk lemongrass, pale section only, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 4 (200 g) single chicken breast fillets, thinly sliced across the grain; 2 lebanese cucumbers, ends trimmed, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves; steamed cooked jasmine rice, to serve; lime wedge, to serve; 16 bamboo skewers; Satay miso sauce; 1 teaspoon peanut oil; 1 brown onion, halved, finely chopped; 1 stalk lemongrass, pale section only, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger; 150 g unsalted dry roasted peanuts, finely chopped; 2 (140 ml) cans coconut milk; 1 tablespoon miso; 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped dark palm sugar; 2 teaspoons soy sauce

Servings: persons

1 stalk lemongrass, pale section only, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
4 (200 g) single chicken breast fillets, thinly sliced across the grain
2 lebanese cucumbers, ends trimmed, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves
steamed cooked jasmine rice, to serve
lime wedge, to serve
16 bamboo skewers
Satay miso sauce
1 teaspoon peanut oil
1 brown onion, halved, finely chopped
1 stalk lemongrass, pale section only, finely chopped
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
150 g unsalted dry roasted peanuts, finely chopped
2 (140 ml) cans coconut milk
1 tablespoon miso
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped dark palm sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce

1
Combine the lemon grass, coriander, turmeric and chilli powder in a glass or ceramic dish. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover and place in the fridge for 30 minutes to develop the flavours.
2
Meanwhile, to make the satay miso sauce, heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, for 10 minutes or until golden. Add the lemon grass and ginger and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until aromatic. Add the peanuts, coconut milk, miso, palm sugar and soy sauce and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.
3
Preheat a barbecue grill or chargrill pan on high. Thread the chicken pieces evenly onto the skewers. Cook on grill for 2-3 minutes each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
4
Arrange the cucumber and coriander on serving plates and top with chicken skewers. Serve with satay miso sauce, steamed rice and lime wedges.

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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

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 stalk lemongrass, pale section only, finely chopped, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Peanut Miso Chicken Skewers 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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Peanut Miso Chicken Skewers

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Variations & substitutions

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