Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
a dinner recipe
Herman is a self-taught cook focusing primarily on easy-to-follow, Asian-forward, comfort food recipes that appeal to everyone, regardless of their skill level. He started his social media accounts to share his passion for cooking and baking, which began when he was about 12 years old, because his parents worked full-time jobs and he needed to feed his siblings and himself. What started out as a necessity quickly developed into a passion for cooking as he learned techniques and recipes from his family, especially his grandma. He is delighted to share his love for cooking and baking with his audience and take them on a journey of culinary discovery.
If you like big and bold flavors, you have to try my recipe for Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce! Using my Balinese Fusion Zest spice blend, you get so much flavor all in one jar because it contains 10 spices including ground galangal, turmeric, coriander and more! These delicious skewers are quick to make and will be your next go-to recipe for any meal!
TIME (ACTIVE) | 15 M
TIME (INACTIVE) | 30 M
TOTAL | 45 M
4 SERVINGS
| 6
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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT:
AIR FRYER BUT IF YOU DON'T HAVE ONE
YOU CAN GRILL THEM OR PAN FRY THEM AS WELL
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for 10-15 mins
- In a bowl, add chicken thighs, soy sauce, brown sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, Balinese Fusion Zest spice blend, coconut milk, and salt and marinade for at least 30 mins.
- Skew each piece of chicken thigh with a bamboo skewer without overcrowding. Make sure there are no hanging pieces and ensure chicken thighs are flat.
- Preheat air fryer for a few mins at 425F. Add chicken skewers without overcrowding (separate into batches if needed), then cook for 11-13 mins until browned and cooked through.
- While chicken is air frying, add peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce and water to a bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds then whisk together to combine.
- When chicken is done, serve with peanut sauce and fried shallots on top.
3 days in the fridge in an air-tight container
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 mins and up to overnight.
spice blend collab
This exquisite spice blend draws inspiration from the vibrant flavors found in both Indonesian and Chinese cuisines. Crafted from a combination of garlic, ginger, galangal, turmeric, coriander, cardamom, and other carefully selected ingredients, it captures the essence of these rich influences. This ready-to-use, versatile spice blend is the perfect complement for a wide range of protein, vegetable, rice, and noodle choices.
Ideal for elevating appetizers such as chicken skewers or enhancing the flavors of fried rice and noodle dishes, this blend brings an authentic taste of Southeast Asian and Chinese cuisines to your table. A noteworthy tip: ensure proper seasoning by adding salt to your dish as this blend is intentionally crafted without salt.
