Indonesian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Indonesian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that brings the vibrant street food flavors of Indonesia straight to your kitchen. This recipe features tender marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, accompanied by a rich and creamy peanut sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, each bite is an explosion of savory and sweet flavors that will leave you wanting more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup smooth peanut butter (for the sauce)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (for the sauce)
- 1 tsp chili paste (for the sauce)
- Water as needed for consistency
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, coconut milk, and brown sugar. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best results).
- 2. Prepare Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes.
- 3. Assemble Skewers: Thread marinated chicken onto skewers (4-5 pieces each) leaving space between them.
- 4. Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F/200°C). Grill skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and cooked through.
- 5. Make Peanut Sauce: Mix peanut butter, lime juice, chili paste, and enough water to achieve a smooth consistency.
- 6. Serve: Plate chicken satay and drizzle with peanut sauce or serve on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 skewers (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor infusion. For variations, swap chicken with tofu or shrimp. Garnish with fresh cilantro or chopped peanuts for added flavor and presentation.