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Coconut Chicken Skewers

Coconut Chicken Skewers: A Tropical Grilling Adventure

These Coconut Chicken Skewers are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors infused with coconut milk and red curry, perfect for summer grilling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk use full-fat for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste adjust for spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce can substitute with soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar honey or coconut sugar can work as alternatives
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) can use ground ginger if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice lemon juice is a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped) optional but recommended
For the Skewers
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breast or tofu
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil or any other cooking oil
  • 8 pieces Skewers soak wooden ones in water to prevent burning

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • skewers
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut milk, red curry paste, fish sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, lime juice, and chopped cilantro until smooth.
  2. Cut the chicken thighs into 1-1.5 inch pieces, and marinate in the mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes. Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, leaving space between pieces.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat around 400°F (200°C) and brush the grates with sesame oil.
  5. Cook the skewers on the grill for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Check for an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  6. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving with lime juice, fish sauce, or alongside jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 2skewersCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken longer and ensure even spacing on the skewers.

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