Gibraltar's Spiced Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce (Satay de Pollo Especiado con Salsa de Maní de Gibraltar)

Satay de Pollo Especiado con Salsa de Maní de Gibraltar (Gibraltar's Spiced Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce) is a popular dish in Gibraltarian cuisine, known for its flavorful and aromatic spices.

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Gibraltar's Spiced Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce (Satay de Pollo Especiado con Salsa de Maní de Gibraltar)

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs (700g) chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup (60g) creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) lime juice
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) honey
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne pepper, soy sauce, and coconut milk. Add the chicken strips and marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the soaked skewers.
  3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the peanut butter, lime juice, honey, and water. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and heated through.
  5. Season the peanut sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve the spiced chicken satay with the warm peanut sauce for dipping.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Grill or grill pan Wooden skewers Small saucepan

Tools

Grill tongs Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Satay de Pollo Especiado with Salsa de Maní as an appetizer or as a main course with steamed rice and a side of fresh cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, sprinkle chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro over the chicken satay before serving.

Cost

$15