Description
A flavorful and satisfying dish that combines marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection, served with a creamy cashew sauce and a vibrant gremolata topping.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 10 chicken breasts, thighs, or both
- 1 can (14 ounces) whole fat coconut milk (reserve 1/3 cup of top layer for Cashew Sauce)
- 1 lime (both zest and juice)
- 1/4 cup basil leaves (Thai or Holy)
- 1/4 cup green onion
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 cup coconut aminos
- 1/8 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 Thai red peppers
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
For the Gremolata Topping:
- 1/2 lime zest
- 2 tablespoons roasted and chopped cashews
- 1 tablespoon chopped Thai or Holy basil
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
For the Cashew Sauce:
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter
- 1/3 cup coconut milk (reserved from the chicken marinade)
- 1 minced Thai red pepper
- 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Prepare the Coconut Milk: Open the can of coconut milk and reserve 1/3 cup of the coconut fat for the Cashew Sauce. Pour the remainder into a large bowl with a lid.
- Make the Marinade: In a blender or food processor, blend all remaining marinade ingredients until smooth. Pour the blended ingredients into the bowl with the coconut milk and mix until combined.
- Marinate the Chicken: Remove 3/4 cup of the finished marinade and set it aside. Cut chicken into 1 to 2-inch cubes and mix with the marinade in the bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.
- Prepare the Skewers: Thread chicken pieces onto grill skewers, packing them tightly.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill on high heat, oil the grates, and grill the chicken for a few minutes on each side, brushing with reserved marinade. Cook until the chicken reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Make the Gremolata Topping: Chop basil finely and mix with sesame seeds, crushed roasted cashews, and lime zest in a small bowl.
- Make the Cashew Dipping Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter in water. Add remaining sauce ingredients, whisk until combined, and cook until thickened (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
- Chicken can be marinated overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Adjust the number of Thai red peppers to control the heat level.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg