Step 1

Prepare chicken: In large bowl, whisk together coconut milk, fish sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemongrass, garlic, turmeric, coriander, white pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add chicken and mix to coat. Let marinate at least 10 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat grill or grill pan to medium-high. Make peanut sauce: In small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, coconut milk, curry paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, and lime juice. If necessary, whisk in water 1 tablespoon at a time as needed until sauce is thick but pourable.

Step 3

Tightly thread chicken onto soaked bamboo or metal skewers. Lightly brush grill grates with oil and grill chicken, basting with coconut milk and turning frequently, until just cooked through, about 10 minutes.

Step 4

Prepare salad: In large bowl, combine shallot, vinegar, fish sauce and sugar. Add carrots and toss to coat. Fold in cilantro and Thai basil. Serve salad with chicken skewers and peanut sauce for dipping, sprinkled with peanuts and chiles if desired.