Chicken Satay Skewers with Sunflower Seed Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken Thighs
• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 2 tbsp Lime Juice
• 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 tsp Ginger
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1/2 tsp Cumin
• 1/2 tsp Coriander
• 1/2 cup Sunflower Seed Butter
• 1/4 cup Coconut Milk
• 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar
• 1 tsp Honey
• 1/2 tsp Sriracha
• 12 each Wooden Skewers

Instructions

1. 1Place the 12 wooden skewers in a shallow dish and cover them completely with water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
2. 2On a clean cutting board, cut the 1 lb of chicken thighs into approximately 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes.
3. 3In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp of soy sauce, 2 tbsp of lime juice, 1 tbsp of brown sugar, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tsp of grated ginger, 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder, 1/2 tsp of cumin, and 1/2 tsp of coriander until well combined.
4. 4Add the cut 1 lb of chicken thighs to the mixture in the bowl, ensuring all pieces are coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to develop.
5. 5Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and the skewers from the water. Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the 12 soaked wooden skewers, distributing the chicken evenly among them.
6. 6Preheat a grill to medium heat (approximately 350-400°F / 175-200°C). Place the chicken skewers on the hot grill grates and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
7. 7While the chicken is grilling, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together the 1/2 cup of sunflower seed butter, 1/4 cup of coconut milk, 1 tbsp of rice vinegar, 1 tsp of honey, and 1/2 tsp of sriracha until smooth.
8. 8Place the saucepan over low heat (approximately 200-250°F / 95-120°C) and gently warm the sauce for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until it is smooth and heated through. Do not boil.
9. 9Remove the cooked chicken skewers from the grill. Let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Serve the chicken satay skewers immediately with the warm sunflower seed sauce for dipping.

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