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Malaysian Chicken Sate (Satay)

Please note that prep time does not include the 12 hours for marinading.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Malaysian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings 4
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless and skinless chicken thighs
  • For the marinade
  • 3 tablespoons oil
  • 3 stalks lemongrass white parts only
  • 6 shallots peeled
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 Tablespoons sugar
  • also need:
  • Skewers about a dozen soaked in water
  • 1 cucumber cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 small red onion sliced

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken into strips or small cubes
  • Using a mortar and pestle, blend the marinade ingredients except the oil, until a paste is formed .
  • Add in the oil and mix well (alternatively a food processor or blender could be used)
  • Put the marinade in a zip lock bag or air tight container and coat the chicken pieces thoroughly.
  • Put in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours but overnight is best.
  • Put the pieces of marinated chicken on the soaked skewers
  • Grill for about 3-4 minutes per side until cooked and tender.
  • Serve hot with cucumber and onion slices and some peanut sauce