These authentic Thai Satay Skewers feature deeply marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served with an irresistible peanut sauce. The rich, nutty flavors combined with tender chicken make this a Thai food favorite everyone craves. This easy satay recipe brings restaurant-quality taste right to your kitchen.
Serve your Thai Satay Skewers with steamed jasmine or coconut rice for a complete meal. Or go all out with a Thai restaurant style spread featuring Thai fried rice, Pad See Ew, or a Thai chili basil stir fry. No matter how you serve them, these satay skewers are always a crowd-pleaser.
Thai Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
These authentic Thai Satay Skewers feature deeply marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served with an irresistible peanut sau
Ingredients
- 400 g/14oz coconut milk (1 can), full fat
- 13-16 bamboo skewers , 16cm / 6.5″ long (Note 1)
Marinade:
- 600 g / 1.2lb chicken thighs , boneless skinless, cut into 2cm/4/5″ pieces (Note 2)
- 1 tbsp curry powder (Note 3)
- 1 tsp white sugar
- 2 tsp red curry paste (Note 4)
- 1 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt (sub 1/2 tsp table salt)
Thai Peanut Sauce:
- 2 tbsp red curry paste (Note 4)
- 3/4 cup natural peanut butter, smooth (Note 5)
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 2 tsp dark soy sauce (Note 6)
- 1 tsp cooking salt / kosher salt (sub 1/2 tsp table salt)
- 2 tbsp cider vinegar (Note 7)
- 3/4 cup water
Serving:
- 2 tbsp peanuts finely chopped
- Lime wedges (optional)
- Coriander / cilantro leaves and sliced red chilli (optional)
Instructions
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