Asian Street Meat Asia
Enjoy a taste of Asian street meat with these succulent chicken skewers, marinated in lemongrass and grilled to perfection. Paired with a creamy peanut sauce, this dish captures the essence of Asian street food right in your kitchen.
Equipment
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
- Grill or grill pan
- Mixing bowl
- Basting brush for applying marinade and sauce
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (cut into chunks)
- 1 stalk lemongrass (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ΒΌ cup peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, lemongrass, garlic, and chili paste. Add chicken chunks and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Peanut Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, and a splash of water until smooth. Set aside.
- Skewer the Chicken: Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers.
- Grill the Skewers: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 7-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and fully cooked.
- Serve and Garnish: Arrange skewers on a plate, drizzle with peanut sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro.