Thai Chicken Satay | Sate Gai | สะเต๊ะไก่
With flavorful, tender chicken pieces on a skewer, this Thai Chicken Satay is a sure winner. Serve with creamy peanut sauce and cucumber salad for a fun and delicious Thai appetizer.
- Prep time
- 30 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- HARD
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 Tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup coconut milk
- 1 Tablespoon roasted chili paste
- 3 Tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon roasted peanuts (chopped)
- 1/4 cup cucumber (cut into thin quarters)
- 2 Tablespoons shallots (sliced thinly)
- 1/2 small red chili pepper (sliced thinly)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
Instructions
- 1
Start by soaking the wooden skewers in a large bowl of water for 20-30 minutes. This will help the skewers to avoid burning on the grill.
- 2
While the skewers are soaking, cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1 inch by 1 inch. Set aside.
- 3
Combine the coconut milk, curry powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Add the chicken and mix until all chicken pieces are thoroughly coated with the marinade. (You can proceed with making the satay now, or allow the chicken to marinate in the refrigerator for a few hours or up to a few days.)
- 4
Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers. I use 4-5 pieces of chicken per skewer, and ensure they are bunched up against each other so that the chicken does not dry out on the grill.
- 5
Grill the satay skewers over low heat for approximately 5-6 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through.
- 6
Add all ingredients to a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir and cook for 5-10 minutes.
- 7
Allow to sit for 10 minutes until the sauce becomes slightly thicker. Pour into serving dish and top with chopped roasted peanuts.
- 8
Mix the water, sugar, and vinegar in a bowl until the sugar dissolves.
- 9
Add the rest of the ingredients and chill until you're ready to serve.