Description
This Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce recipe features tender chicken strips marinated in fragrant Thai red curry paste and spices, grilled to perfection and served with a creamy, flavorful peanut dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, this recipe offers authentic Thai flavors with a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes.
Ingredients
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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
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the red curry paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, lime juice, and ground coriander. Mix well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Coat the Chicken: Add the chicken strips to the marinade and toss thoroughly ensuring all pieces are well coated. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight to deepen the flavor.
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine coconut milk, Thai red curry paste, cider or white vinegar, peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, and salt.
- Simmer the Sauce: Stir the mixture over medium heat until smooth and well blended. Let it simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes, adjusting the consistency with water if needed, then remove from heat.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the soaked bamboo skewers evenly.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning to ensure the chicken is cooked through and has a nice golden brown color.
- Serve: Serve the grilled chicken satay immediately with the warm peanut sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Soaking bamboo skewers before grilling prevents them from burning.
- Marinate chicken overnight to enhance the flavor.
- Adjust peanut sauce thickness by adding water as needed.
- Use chicken thighs for juicier satay or breast for leaner meat.
- Serve with steamed jasmine rice or a fresh cucumber salad for a complete meal.
