Chicken Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 whole boneless chicken breasts (about 1-1/4 lb)
- 32 7" bamboo skewers, soaked in water 15min
- 2 tsp peeled and chopped fresh ginger root
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 2 tbs fresh lime juice
- 1/2 c hot water
- 1/3 c smooth peanut butter
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 2 tbs fresh lime juice
- 2 tbs soy
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/3 c water
- pepper
Instructions
(32 appetizer skewers, or 2 per person). Combine ginger, curry, lime juice and water in a blender until smooth. Strain through fine sieve into bowl and let cool. Combine peanut butter, garlic, lime juice, soy, cayenne, water and pepper in a blender until smooth. If too thin, add more peanut butter. If too thick, add water. Taste and add pepper as desired. Cut chicken lengthwise into 1/4" strips (8 strips per 1/2 breast). Thread lengthwise onto skewers (1/skewer). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Marinate covered and chilled for at least 1 hour, but no more than 3 hours. Grill on oiled rack over glowing coals 1-1/2 min/side, or until cooked through. Serve with dipping sauce.