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Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers

Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers for Flavorful Family Fun

Delight in Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers, a budget-friendly recipe featuring coconut milk and vibrant flavors for family fun.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger or ground ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce gluten-free if needed
  • 2 tablespoons dark soy sauce optional
  • 1 cup coconut milk or Greek yogurt mixed with water
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice or lemon juice
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Chicken Skewers
  • 1 pound chicken dark meat preferred, or firm tofu
  • 6 pieces skewers soaked in water if wooden

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together fresh ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, coconut milk, brown sugar, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow to blend for about 5 minutes.
  2. Cut the chicken into chunks and add to the marinade, ensuring it's coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally 4 hours.
  3. Remove chicken from fridge, prepare skewers (soaked if wooden), and thread chicken onto skewers, leaving gaps for even cooking.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, around 200–230°C (400–450°F). Lightly oil the grates with cooking oil.
  5. Place skewers on the grill, cooking for about 4-5 minutes on each side until charred and internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).
  6. Remove from grill and let rest for a couple of minutes. Drizzle with lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinating longer enhances flavor. Use dark meat chicken for juiciness. Check internal temperature for doneness.

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