Satay — Indonesian Peanut Chicken Skewers
Succulent Indonesian chicken skewers served with a creamy peanut and coconut sauce that's both rich and bright. The marinated poultry is grilled until golden and tender, then dipped into a sauce infused with aromatic spices, lime, and a gentle heat from fresh chilies. A Southeast Asian favorite that transforms any meal into an adventure.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast or thigh — 700 g
- Coconut milk — 120 ml
- Soy sauce — 2 tbsp
- Brown sugar — 1 tbsp
- Garlic cloves — 3 pieces
- Ginger — 1 tbsp
- Turmeric — 1 tsp
- Ground coriander — 1 tsp
- Cumin — ½ tsp
- Lime juice — 2 tbsp
Method
- 1
Cut chicken into medium pieces (3–4 cm).
- 2
Pound chicken slightly and season with sea salt.
- 3
Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.
- 4
Marinate chicken for 2–4 hours.
- 5
Thread pieces onto skewers.
- 6
Grill over coals or on a hot grill for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally.
- 7
Whisk peanut sauce until creamy consistency.
- 8
Brush skewers with sauce while grilling.
- 9
Serve with peanut sauce, lime, and fresh vegetables. Chicken thighs stay juicier than breast meat during grilling.
