Grilled Malaysian Chicken Satay
A classic Southeast Asian dish featuring marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, served with a side of spicy peanut sauce. Perfect for a romantic evening or a richly flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breastcut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1/2 cup coconut milkfull-fat
- ●2 stalks lemongrasschopped
- ●1-inch piece galangalchopped
- ●2 tablespoons peanut oilfor grilling
- ●2 tablespoons peanut butter
- ●2 tablespoons soy sauce
- ●1 tablespoon honey
- ●1 tablespoon lime juice
- ●1 teaspoon coriander
- ●1 teaspoon cumin
- ●1/2 teaspoon salt
- ●1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, coriander, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Add the peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice to the blender. Blend until well combined.
- 3
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 4
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
- 5
Brush the grill with peanut oil to prevent sticking. Grill the satay for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
- 6
Serve the satay hot with the peanut sauce for dipping.
- 7
To make the peanut sauce, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, and lime juice in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- 8
Add 2 tablespoons of water to the peanut sauce and blend until well combined.
- 9
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve the peanut sauce chilled or at room temperature.