- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 350 kcal
Quick summary
“Chicken satay with a creamy peanut sauce, perfect for a tropical barbecue night. It's worth it for the delicious combination and the fun of serving them on skewers.”
What you need to know
- Frango marinado com molho de soja, açúcar mascavo e cúrcuma
- Molho de amendoim com gengibre e leite de coco
- Cozimento na churrasqueira até dourar
- Decoração com coentro para finalizar
Ingredients
Main
- 500g of chicken breast cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- Barbecue skewers (soak in water for 30 minutes)
- For the sauce:
- 100g of peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of grated ginger
- 200ml of coconut milk
Instructions
Principal
- In a bowl, mix the chicken breast with soy sauce, brown sugar, turmeric, and sesame oil. Deixe marinar por pelo menos 30 minutos.
- Preheat the barbecue or grill to high temperature.
- Assemble the skewers with the marinated chicken.
- Cook the skewers on the grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until they are golden and cooked inside.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: In a pan, mix the peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, and coconut milk. Cook over low heat until you get a homogeneous sauce.
- Serve the skewers with the sauce on the side.
- Decorate with fresh cilantro if desired.
Chef's tips
- Marinar a carne por pelo menos 1 hora para melhor sabor
- Deixe o óleo de gergelim levemente aquecido antes de misturá-lo ao molho
- Regule o molho com mais leite de coco para um molho mais líquido se preferir
Variations
- Incluir nozes picadas no molho para textura
- Adicionar cebola picada no marinado para aroma
- Usar palitos de beterraba para cores variadas
Substitutions
- Pode substituir o peito de frango por peito de pollo
- Usar pasta de amendoim natural sem aditivos
- Substituir o leite de coco com leite de aveia para opção vegetariana
How to store
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Warm in the microwave or skillet before serving.
Can it be frozen?
- Not recommended to freeze the skewers, as the chicken can dry out.
- If you wish to freeze, reserve only the sauce and heat it together with the skewers on the grill.
What to serve with
- Serves well with white rice or a lettuce salad with tomato and red onion.
- It can also be served with carrot sticks for skewers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to serve?
The skewers can be served directly on a plate with the sauce in a separate container so guests can drizzle as they prefer.
Is it necessary to marinate for 1 hour?
It is not necessary, but marinating for 1 hour ensures a better flavor. Less time is also feasible, but the flavor may be less intense.
Can the sauce be thicker?
Yes, you can reduce the sauce in the pan to obtain a thicker consistency.
Can I use another meat?
Yes, chicken breast is the most common option, but you can use chicken breast or even ribs.
