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Authentic Thai Chicken Satay With Peanut Sauce

Thai chicken satay with peanut sauce dipped in rich peanut sauce served with cucumber salad.
This recipe for authentic Thai chicken satay with peanut sauce includes a coconut milk marinade and grilled chicken, ideal as a snack or appetizer.
Praew
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Cuisine Thai
Course Appetizer, Snack
Serving Size 15 satay

Ingredients

THAI CHICKEN SATAY MARINADE

  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced into thin chicken fillets
  • 1 tbsp yellow curry paste, or yellow curry powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tbsp white sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp rosdee seasoning powder, see notes
  • just under 1/2 cup coconut milk, full fat
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt

PEANUT SAUCE

  • 4 tbsp roasted peanuts
  • 4 tbsp shallots, chopped
  • 1/2 head of garlic
  • 2 1/2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp massaman curry paste
  • 1/2 tbsp rosdee seasoning powder, see notes
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp coconut milk
  • 3/4 tbsp tamarind sauce
  • 2 1/2 tbsp palm sugar
  • 1/4 tbsp salt

Instructions

THAI CHICKEN SATAY SKEWERS

  • In a large mixing bowl, thoroughy combine yellow curry paste, turmeric, sugar, flavor seasoning, coconut milk, water, and salt. Submerge the chicken fillets, ensuring each piece is coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 12 hours in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to deeply infuse the meat.
  • 30 minutes before you’re ready to grill, immerse your bamboo skewers in water. This is crucial to stop them from burning on the grill.
  • Once the chicken has marinated and the skewers are soaked, thread the chicken onto skewers.
  • Fire up the grill or stove top to medium-high heat. You want it hot enough to sear the chicken, but not to burn. Lay the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, flipping regularly. The chicken is done when it’s firm to the touch, has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), and the juices run clear.

THAI PEANUT SAUCE

  • Roast the peanuts and gently crush them with a mortar and pestle.
  • Blend together the garlic and shallots.
  • Place a saucepan over medium heat and add oil. Add the mixed garlic and shallots and cook until fragrant.
  • Add massaman curry paste and cook for approx 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the coconut milk, flavor seasoning, tamarind sauce, palm sugar, and salt. Cook until palm sugar is dissolved, and the mixture comes back to a boil.
  • Add crushed peanuts and continue to cook for a minute or two before removing from heat.

Notes

  • Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
  • This recipe yields about 15 delicious chicken satay with enough peanut sauce for everyone.
  • Rosdee seasoning powder - Rosdee is a Thai flavor enhancer, often used in Thai cuisine to enhance the overall flavors. It's available at any Asian grocery store or market.
Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 246mg | Potassium: 174mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 166IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg
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