Description
This Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce features juicy grilled chicken skewers marinated in a fragrant red curry paste, served with a creamy, tangy peanut dipping sauce. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, this dish brings the essence of Thai cuisine to your home. Perfect for grilling season or as a fun party appetizer, this easy recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
For the Chicken Satay:
- 500g (1 lb) chicken breast or thighs, cut into strips
- 2.5 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Bamboo skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
For the Peanut Sauce:
- 1/3 cup coconut milk
- 2.5 tbsp Thai red curry paste
- 1 tbsp cider or white vinegar
- 1/3 cup pure peanut butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp cooking salt (or 1/2 tsp table salt)
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix the red curry paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, lime juice, and coriander.
- Add the chicken strips and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for best flavor).
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Make the Peanut Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine coconut milk, red curry paste, vinegar, peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, and salt.
- Stir over medium heat until smooth, then simmer for 2-3 minutes. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
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Grill the Chicken:
- Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and cook the skewers for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
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Serve:
- Serve the chicken satay skewers with the peanut sauce for dipping, and optionally garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Vegetarian version: Swap chicken with tofu or tempeh.
- Different protein: Try using beef or shrimp for a variation.
- For spicier sauce, add extra red curry paste or chili flakes to the peanut sauce.
- For a complete meal, serve with jasmine rice, coconut rice, or a cucumber salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
