By Akshara
August 27, 2026
Bring the vibrant tastes of Southeast Asian street food into your kitchen with this authentic chicken satay recipe. Marinating thinly sliced chicken in a fragrant blend of lemongrass, turmeric, and coconut milk ensures tender and succulent skewers. Grilled to perfection with a slight char, these skewers pair beautifully with a rich and spicy homemade peanut dipping sauce. It makes for an impressive starter or a fun protein packed weekend meal.
500g boneless chicken thighs, cut into thin strips  1/4 cup thick coconut milk  1 tablespoon lemongrass paste  1 teaspoon turmeric powder  1 tablespoon light brown sugar  1 tablespoon soy sauce  1 tablespoon cooking oil  Salt to taste  Wooden skewers, soaked in water
Mix the coconut milk, lemongrass paste, turmeric powder, brown sugar, soy sauce, oil, and salt in a large bowl to create the marinade.
Toss the chicken strips in the marinade, cover, and let them rest in the refrigerator for at least one hour to absorb the flavours.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces tightly onto the soaked wooden skewers.
Grill the skewers on a hot grill pan or outdoor barbecue for four to five minutes on each side until fully cooked and lightly charred around the edges.