Wolfgang Puck BIBC1010 Chicken Satè with Mint Vinagrette cont, Ingredients, Method, Marinade

Chicken Satè

with Mint Vinagrette

Satès can be readied early in the day and grilled or broiled as your guests arrive. These satè recipes can be increased as necessary and are frequently served at cocktail parties at Spago.

Makes 24 skewers

INGREDIENTS

About 10 ounces boned and skinned chicken breasts

Marinade:

1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder

1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons peanut oil

Mint Vinaigrette:

2 egg yolks

1/4 cup rice wine vinegar

2 tablespoons (about 1/2 bunch) plus 2 teaspoons finely chopped mint leaves 1 tablespoon soy sauce

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 cup peanut oil

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

METHOD

1Soak 24 6-inch bamboo skewers in cold water and refrigerate for 1 hour.

2Cut the chicken breast into 24 3X1-inch strips. Stick one skewer into each chicken strip, lengthwise, and arrange on a large platter or baking tray.

3Prepare the marinade: In a small cup or bowl, combine the curry powder, pepper, salt and cumin. Spoon the oil over the chicken, turning to coat well, and then sprinkle the dry ingredients on both sides. Let marinate for 1 hour, refrigerated.

4Prepare the vinaigrette: Using hand blender, combine the egg yolks, vinegar, 2 tablespoons mint leaves, soy sauce, coriander and a little oil. With the motor running, slowly pour in the remaining oil and blend until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl and stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons chopped mint leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste and refrigerate, covered, until needed.

5Preheat the grill or broiler.

Chicken Satè

with Mint Vinagrette (cont.)

6Arrange the skewers of chicken on the grill or under the boiler,* careful that the bare ends of the skewers are not directly over (or under) the flame. Grill the chicken until golden brown, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side.

PRESENTATION

Pour the vinaigrette into a small serving bowl. Arrange the skewers around the bowl and serve immediately. Let your guests help themselves.

TO PREPARE AHEAD

Through step 4, removing the chicken and the vinaigrette from the refrigerator 15 minutes before grilling.

*Bring your broiler tray directly under the flame for best results.

Recipe courtesy Wolfgang Puck, Adventures in the Kitchen with Wolfgang Puck (Random House, 1991)

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