✨ Hook: Experience the ultimate indulgence with this Luxury Chicken Satay — tender, marinated skewers grilled to perfection and served with a silky, rich peanut sauce inspired by authentic Indonesian street food.
Luxury Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
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📜 History & Origin
Satay (or sate) is a beloved Southeast Asian dish, with deep roots in Indonesian culinary tradition. This luxury version elevates the humble street food with premium chicken cuts, a longer marination for deeper flavor, and a velvety peanut sauce enriched with coconut milk.
Juicy, smoky chicken skewers paired with a creamy, nutty sauce — perfect for dinner parties, special occasions, or when you simply want to treat yourself.
🕒 Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: (+2 hours marinating)
- Cook Time:
- Total Time:
🥗 Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water
🥜 Peanut Sauce
- 1 cup roasted peanuts (unsalted)
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp palm sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 small red chili (optional, for heat)
🌟 Ingredient Deep Dive
Chicken Thighs: Juicier and more flavorful than breast meat, perfect for grilling.
Palm Sugar: Adds a caramel-like sweetness that balances the savory and spicy notes.
🌿 Flavor Boost
- Add a splash of fish sauce for umami depth.
- Grill over charcoal for authentic smoky aroma.
👨🍳 Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, garlic, coriander, and oil. Add chicken strips and marinate for at least 2 hours.
- Thread marinated chicken onto soaked skewers.
- Grill over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.
- For the peanut sauce: blend peanuts, coconut milk, soy sauce, sugar, lime juice, garlic, and chili until smooth. Heat gently in a saucepan until warm.
- Serve chicken satay hot with peanut sauce on the side or drizzled over the skewers.
🍽 Variations
- Beef Satay: Swap chicken for tender beef strips.
- Vegan Satay: Use tofu or tempeh with the same marinade.
🛠 Troubleshooting
Dry chicken? Reduce cooking time and use thighs instead of breast.
Too thick sauce? Add a splash of warm water or coconut milk.
💡 Chef’s Secrets
- Marinate overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
- Reserve some marinade to brush on during grilling for extra glaze.
📊 Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 380 | 28g | 14g | 24g |
🥤 Perfect Pairings
- Steamed jasmine rice
- Fresh cucumber salad
- Iced lemongrass tea
🍢 Quick Quiz: What’s the key to tender satay?
- A: High heat for a short time
- B: Long marination
- C: Using chicken breast
🗳️ Poll: Do you prefer your satay with extra spicy peanut sauce or mild and creamy?
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Cooking is more than just preparing food — it’s about sharing culture, love, and unforgettable flavors.
Whether you’re serving this satay at a festive gathering or a quiet dinner,
remember: the magic is in the details and the joy you bring to the table.