Description
Recreate Penang’s beloved charcoal-grilled satay skewers at home. Turmeric-marinated chicken thighs deliver juicy, aromatic meat paired with creamy peanut sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings with customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Curry powder
2 tablespoons
Sea salt
1 teaspoon
Brown sugar
2 tablespoons
Onion
1 large, minced
Garlic
3 cloves, minced
Oil
2 tablespoons
Chicken thighs
1 lb, skinned and boneless
Bamboo skewers
24
Peanut sauce
1 cup
Cucumber
1 cup, for serving
Red onion
1, thinly sliced
Instructions
Soak bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling
Prepare the marinade by mixing curry powder, turmeric, brown sugar, minced onion, garlic, sea salt, and oil
Slice chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and coat thoroughly with marinade
Let marinate overnight for optimal flavor absorption
Thread chicken onto soaked skewers, ensuring even spacing
Grill skewers on preheated broiling grill for 70 minutes, turning frequently to avoid burning
Serve skewers with peanut sauce drizzled over, accompanied by cucumber slices and red onion
Notes
Marinating overnight ensures maximum flavor penetration
Soaking skewers 30 minutes is sufficient to prevent burning
Use traditional Indische curry powder for authentic taste
Creamy peanut sauce works well as a dipping sauce or salad dressing
Customize with toppings like sweet chili sauce or fresh herbs
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 70
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Malaysian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (6-8 skewers)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 60mg