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Satay

Juicy skewers of marinated meat grilled over charcoal until charred and smoky, served with a rich, creamy peanut sauce. This classic Southeast Asian street food is surprisingly easy to make at home.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
35g
Satay
ComfortingFestiveSoutheast AsianDairy-FreeChickenTenderCharredWeeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Soak 12 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Cut 1.5 lb chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and place in a bowl.

  2. Step 2

    In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Pour over chicken, toss to coat, and let marinate for 15 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    While chicken marinates, make the sauce: in a saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup peanut butter and 1/2 cup coconut milk. Stir until smooth and warm, about 5 minutes. Add a splash of water if too thick.

  4. Step 4

    Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, about 4-5 pieces each. Discard leftover marinade.

  5. Step 5

    Grill skewers over medium-hot charcoal (or a grill pan) for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is charred at the edges and cooked through (no pink inside).

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot skewers with the warm peanut sauce on the side for dipping.

Tools you’ll need

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs

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