Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Step 1

In a small bowl combine coconut milk, garlic, turmeric, cilantro, brown sugar, fish sauce and salt.Arrange the chicken in a single layer in a baking dish or rimmed baking sheet and pour the marinade over the top

Step 2

Cover and allow to marinate for 2 hours or overnight

Step 3

Alternatively, place the chicken and marinate in a ziplock back and seal tight, removing excess air.While the chicken is marinating, prepare the peanut sauce

Step 4

In a small sauce pan, add all the ingredients

Step 5

Whisking to combine, bring the sauce to a low simmer.Cook sauce for 5 minutes, stirring continually to make sure that the sauce doesn't burn on the bottom of the pan

Step 6

Remove from heat and allow to sit for 10 minutes before serving

Step 7

Can be stored for up to a week

Step 8

If it gets too thick, just warm up over the stove with a few drops of water.Preheat grill on medium heat for 10 minutes

Step 9

Using bamboo or metal skewers, weave through the meat lengthwise

Step 10

Place chicken on the prepared grill and allow to cook without moving for 3-5 minutes

Step 11

Turn the meat and grill just until chicken is cooked through, about 2 more minutes.Remove from grill and garnish with cilantro and fresh peanuts

Step 12

Serve with peanut sauce and cucumber salad

Step 13

Enjoy!*Recipe for this peanut sauce was developed by shesimmers.