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Welcome to the Gourmet Chicken Series. Today we bring you Singapore Satay Chicken.
The people from the tiny island nation of Singapore have a very diverse background with many its people people descending from places as far and wide as China, India, Malaysia and even the west. This cultural diversity is best shown via the fantastic foods that are available all across Singapore.
The country’s most popular cuisines can also trace their roots back to Chinese, Malaysian or Indian origin which when combined produces its own unique flavour.
Ingredients: 1 to /2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, 6-20 bamboo skewers, Marinade: 2 tsp. curry powder, 2 tsp. sugar, 1/4 tsp. coriander, 1/4 tsp. cumin, 3 tbsp. lemon juice, 2 tbsp. soya sauce, 2 tsp. oil, 1 garlic clove minced, Peanut Sauce: 1/2 cup water, 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter, 1 small garlic clove minced, 1 tbsp. brown sugar, 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, 1 1/2 tsp. soya sauce, 3/4 tsp. lemon juice
Method: 1. Cut chicken into strips. 2. In med. bowl combine all marinade ingredients. 3. Add chicken. 4. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. 5. Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. 6. In medium saucepan over medium heat combine water, peanut butter & garlic. 7. Stir till mixture comes to boil & thickens. Remove from heat. 8. Stir in remaining peanut sauce ingredients. 9. Cool to room temperature before serving.
10. Heat grill. Drain chicken, reserving marinade. 11. Thread chicken onto skewers. Place over low heat. 12. Cook 8-12 minutes or till no longer pink, turning several times and brushing lightly with marinade. This dish is best served with peanut sauce.
BON APÉTIT……
Chris Jacob
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Born 25th December 1981 in Melbourne, Australia, Chris (also known as CJ) graduated from Monash University in 2003 after completing Bachelor degrees in Commerce and Business Systems. He went on to co-own a Computer Troubleshooters franchise which also introduced him to the opportunities of writing for the News Corp, mX newspaper and Metro News in Australia. He continues in that jounalistic capcity today. He sold the business in late 2005 allowing him to pursue other opportunities both around Australia and abroad. At last check he was involved in global enterprises covering bereavement and business broking, writng a couple of books, becoming an art ditributor and developing an education platform for the new millenium. Chris can always be found having a good time on the dance floor and at any good restaraunt around town usually with a wine in his hand. He currently has no permanent residence but still calls Australia home.