Foodie Indian

A basic recipe for chicken satay:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Satay:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

For the Satay Marinade:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• Pinch of cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

For the Peanut Sauce:

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup coconut milk (optional, for a creamier sauce)
• Water (to adjust sauce consistency)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix all the marinade ingredients together.
2. Thread the chicken strips onto the soaked wooden skewers and place them in a shallow dish.
3. Pour the marinade over the chicken skewers, making sure they are well coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for best flavor.
4. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the peanut sauce. In a separate bowl, whisk together all the peanut sauce ingredients. Add water gradually to achieve your desired sauce consistency. Set aside.
5. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
6. Grill the chicken skewers for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
7. Serve the chicken satay skewers hot with the peanut sauce for dipping. Optionally, garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.

Enjoy your homemade chicken satay with peanut sauce! You can also use beef, pork, or tofu if you prefer other protein options.