Thai Satay Marinade Recipes

AUTHENTIC MARINATED THAI BEEF SATAY

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• If using wooden skewers, soak them in water (to prevent burning) while you prepare meat.
• Place all marinade ingredients in a food processor or blender. Process well.
• Taste-test marinade and adjust flavors to taste. .
• Place beef in a bowl, pour marinade over it, and stir well to combine. Cover and marinate at least 1 hour or longer (up to 24 hours).
• When ready to cook, thread meat onto skewers. Fill up to 3/4 of the skewer, leaving lower half empty so the person grilling has a "handle" to easily turn satay.
• Grill satay on an outdoor grill, basting the first time with a little of the leftover marinade. To cook satay indoors: place satay on a broiling pan or baking sheet covered with aluminum foil. Set oven to broil and place satay close beneath heating element (second-to-top rung works well). Turn satay every 5 to 6 minutes until done to your liking (15 to 25 minutes).
• Serve with rice and easy Satay Peanut Sauce for dipping.

THAI SATAY - MARINADE

Steps:

• Cut meats thin to fit on skewers later.
• Combine ingredients and marinade meat overnight or 1 - 2 hours in a vacuum bowl.
• Place meat on skewers and cook over open flame (BBQ).

THAI CHICKEN SATAY

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, stir together the coconut milk, ground coriander, curry powder, fish sauce, and chili oil. Add the chicken breast strips, and stir to coat. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, and up to 2 hours.
• Preheat an indoor or outdoor grill for high heat. Thread the chicken strips onto skewers. Discard marinade.
• Grill chicken for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until no longer pink. Time will depend on how thick your strips are. Transfer to a serving plate, and garnish with cilantro and peanuts. Serve with peanut sauce for dipping.