I want to share a simple chicken satay recipe with you – one you can whizz up indoors all year round. The sauce is rich and spicy, and we’ll fry the chicken for simplicity. Of course you can always barbecue the chicken outside in the summer if you wish, or grill it in the oven. You can also vary the amount of chilli to your taste.
There are many variations on this classic Malaysian dish, which is often served with rice. Â One such variation is this chicken satay with sun-dried tomatoes. My version works to bring out the elemental flavours of the dish, combining the juicy meat with the tangy sauce.
The peanut is actually part of the bean family and is thought to have originated in Peru. This humble legume which we all think of as a nut is both energy-giving and rich in nutrients. A good source of niacin, fibre, vitamin E, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese and protein, peanuts may also help to reduce levels of bad cholesterol.
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You will also need 8 short wooden skewers
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Duration: Â 15 minutes to prepare, 15 minutes to cook
Recipe for: Â 8 skewers to serve 4 people as a starter
Continue readingI recommend using chicken thighs for my chicken stir-fry as this part of the fowl is generally tenderer than the breast. Stir-frys are renowned for being speedy to cook and healthy to eat. As long as the vegetables are piping hot throughout, they taste great when they hold on to some of their crunch! Sesame oil adds a subtle nuttiness, and ginger gives a little zing to this recipe.
In this recipe, I recommend ginger and cashew nuts. However, there are a million flavour combinations. Another particular favourite of mine is a honey and garlic chicken stir-fry.
Ginger was first cultivated in South Asia. It is used as a delicacy, a medicine and a spice, and is from the same plant family as cardamon, turmeric and galangal. Cashew nuts are a good source of protein and iron, amongst other nutrients.
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Duration: Less than 30 minutes to prepare, 15 minutes to cook
Recipe for: 2 people
Note:Â Remember that small children can have trouble swallowing nuts. When making this dish for them, cut the cashews into small pieces.
Continue readingMaybe you roasted a chicken the day before and now you fancy a hearty soup? This recipe makes perfect use of those roast chicken left-overs. It’s simple to make and is a true winter warmer. Winter celery adds a distinctive flavour to the dish. Once you’ve cooked it a couple of times, you could create a variation if you fancy it by swapping the carrot for parsnip or butternut squash, or by swapping the fresh parsley for fresh coriander.  A chicken and corn chowder is also a tasty option. You don’t need to use a blender for this recipe either, just remember to chop the vegetables nice and fine and enjoy the texture of the torn chicken pieces. I often enjoy a glass of Guinness with my Hearty chicken soup for richness of flavour and relaxation. Chicken is packed full of protein, and did you know that it’s also a good source of selenium? Ladies and Gents, this is a simple chicken soup for the soul!
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Recipe for:Â 4 people
Duration: 1 hour
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