Saturday, April 24, 2010

Chicken Satay with Peanut dipping sauce *Melissa

I love that the weather is warm enough now to get out the grill and explore new grilling recipes. This recipe is one that I watched Tyler Florence make and my mouth watered the whole time...I had to try it! 

Marinade:
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tsp freshly grated ginger
1 tsp minced garlic
1 Tbsp curry powder
1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into strips
15 (ish) wooden skewers soaked in water
Peanut Sauce:
1 cup smooth peanut butter 
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
2 tsp red chili paste
2 Tbsp dark brown sugar
2 limes, juiced
1/2 cup hot water

First, mix marinade 
in large bowl.


Press or finely mince garlic.
Love my garlic press.
Thanks, IKEA!

 




Peel and grate the fresh ginger. (At this point you're kitchen will begin to smell delightful...not to mention your hands)

















Add curry powder












Stir to combine ingredients



















Add chicken strips, toss to coat




Let chicken marinate for up to 2 hours.

Now, for the sauce! In food processor combine peanut butter, soy sauce, chili paste, brown sugar, and lime juice.












You can find this red chili
paste in the Asian goods 
section of your grocery 
store.


If sauce is too thick, gradually add hot water to thin it out.









Now, back to that chicken. Thread the marinated strips on the skewers.








Prepare grill surface by brushing
with vegetable oil
to prevent sticking.


Heat to medium.
Place chicken on grill,
cook approx. 3 min per side












And there you have it, a savory dish that's sure to please even the most finicky of palettes, not to mention great for entertaining! Enjoy!

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