Indonesian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Indonesian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Indonesian street food. Juicy, marinated chicken skewers are grilled to perfection and served with a creamy, rich peanut sauce that complements the savory flavors beautifully. This recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy weeknight dinners, making it an easy yet impressive meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp natural peanut butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Slice chicken thighs into strips about one inch thick. In a bowl, mix coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and brown sugar. Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight for more flavor.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers without overcrowding.
- Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F). Lightly oil grates and grill skewers for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the peanut sauce, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and brown sugar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth and heated through.
- Serve skewers drizzled with peanut sauce and garnished with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Marinate chicken overnight for enhanced flavor. - Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variation. - Adjust the spice level by adding chili flakes to the peanut sauce.