Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
18 oz

Boneless Skinless Chicken

Cut into bite-sized pieces

2 tsp

Olive Oil

0.25 tsp

Seasoned Salt

4.5 tsp

Lemon Juice

0.75 tsp

Cumin

0.5 tsp

Ground Ginger

1 cup

Buttermilk

3 tbsp

Peanut Butter

3 tbsp

Soy Sauce

1 clove

Garlic

minced

1 tsp

Dry Mustard

1 tsp

Turmeric

0.25 tsp

Crushed Red Pepper Flake

optional

Step 1
~4 min

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2
~4 min

In a bowl, toss chicken with 2 tsp olive oil, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp cumin, and seasoned salt.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~4 min

Saute the chicken until cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 5
~4 min

In a saucepan, combine the remaining lemon juice, cumin, seasoned salt, ground ginger, buttermilk, peanut butter, soy sauce, minced garlic, dry mustard, turmeric, and crushed red pepper flake (if using).

Step 6
~4 min

Bring the sauce to a boil, whisking constantly.

Step 7
~4 min

Reduce heat and simmer until the sauce has thickened, approximately 5-10 minutes.

Step 8
~4 min

Pour the peanut sauce over the sauteed chicken.

Step 9
~4 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Garnish with chopped peanuts and cilantro for added flavor and visual appeal.

Serve with rice or noodles.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flake to control the level of spiciness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed rice
Stir-fried vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Indonesia

Cultural Significance

Peanut sauce is a common element in many Indonesian dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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