Beef or Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Description:
Delight in the vibrant flavors of Thai-style beef or chicken kabobs, perfect for your next potluck. These satays are enriched by a flavorful marinade that benefits from an overnight rest, ensuring each bite is packed with taste. Serving a large group? This recipe yields approximately 20 two-ounce servings, making it an excellent choice for gatherings.
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Steak, Poultry, Meat, Thai, Vietnamese, Asian, Potluck, < 4 Hours
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless chicken breasts | 4 |
| Lemongrass | 4 stalks |
| Garlic | 1 bulb |
| Chili peppers | 1 |
| Curry powder | 1½ teaspoons |
| Honey | 1 tablespoon |
| Thai fish sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Fish sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Cilantro | 1¾ cups |
| Peanut butter | ½ cup |
| Soy sauce | 13½ tablespoons |
| Sugar | 12 tablespoons |
| Rice wine | 7½ tablespoons |
| Dry sherry | 1 tablespoon |
| Chilies | 1½ – 4½ |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 368.6 |
| Total Fat | 22.6 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 61.7 mg |
| Sodium | 1229.2 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 16.8 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Sugars | 13.7 g |
| Protein | 26.1 g |
Instructions
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Prepare the Meat and Marinade: Start by trimming the boneless chicken breasts and cutting them into long, thin strips.
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Combine Marinade Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together all the marinade ingredients: lemongrass, garlic, chili peppers, curry powder, honey, Thai fish sauce, and fish sauce. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 12 hours for deeper flavor.
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Soak Skewers: About 10 minutes before grilling, soak bamboo skewers in water to prevent them from burning.
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Assemble the Skewers: Thread one strip of marinated meat onto each skewer, ensuring the strips are secured.
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Grill the Satays: Place the skewered meat on a preheated grill or under the broiler. Grill undisturbed for about 1 minute, then turn and grill for an additional minute or until the meat reaches your desired doneness, ideally medium rare.
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Prepare the Spicy Peanut Sauce: In a food processor, combine all sauce ingredients, processing until smooth. Let the sauce sit at room temperature for an hour or refrigerate overnight to enhance flavors. Bring to room temperature before serving, stirring to mix thoroughly.
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Serve: Enjoy your satays hot off the grill, served with the spicy peanut sauce for dipping.
Enjoy Your Meal!
This delicious satay recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser, perfect for sharing and savoring with family and friends.
