Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast - 800 grams (about 2 pounds)
- Red curry paste - 2 tablespoons
- Peanut butter - 1/4 cup
- Honey - 3 tablespoons
- Sriracha sauce (or any hot sauce) - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Peanuts - 1/4 cup, roasted and chopped
- Cucumber - 1 small, diced for serving (optional)
- Red pepper flakes - a pinch, for spice (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, cut chicken breast into small cubes.
- Add red curry paste, peanut butter, honey, Sriracha sauce, garlic, and soy sauce to the chicken. Mix well.
- Marinate chicken for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the grill or a barbecue to medium-high heat.
- Thread the chicken onto skewers and place on the grill.
- Grill for about 10 minutes per side or until fully cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts and diced cucumber (if using). Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for additional spice (if desired).
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or as a main dish with rice or naan bread.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving of 4 pieces of chicken)
Calories: approximately 450 calories, Protein: 35g, Fat: 28g, Carbohydrates: 20g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and spicy flavor profile that is popular in Asian cuisine.
- Grilled chicken with a rich and creamy sauce that is both savory and sweet.
- Can be served as a main dish or as a side with rice or bread.
- Easy to customize with different dipping sauces or toppings.
User Comments:
- "This dish was delicious! The sweet and spicy combination was perfect."
- "I loved the peanut flavor in this dish, it really added a nice dimension."
- "This would be great for a summer barbecue, the grill gives it a great flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the heat level by adding or reducing the Sriracha sauce or red pepper flakes according to your preference.
- Chicken can be grilled on a barbecue or in a pan on the stove if you don't have a grill.
