Description
Succulent South African sosaties bring curried apricot chicken to life with tangy marinated meat and sweet fruity notes. Grilled skewers create perfect balance between spicy and sweet, promising a delightful culinary journey you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into cubes (approximately 1.13 kilograms / 2.5 pounds)
Aromatics and Base Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, cubed
Marinade and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup dried apricots
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Instructions
- Craft a robust marinade by blending aromatic onions, pungent garlic, zesty ginger, warming curry powder, and tangy red wine vinegar with sweet apricots, rich apricot jam, fruity chutney, fragrant bay leaves, and smooth olive oil.
- Immerse tender chicken cubes and chunky onion pieces completely in the vibrant marinade, ensuring every morsel is generously coated with the complex flavor profile.
- Allow the marinated ingredients to meld and intensify their taste by refrigerating for a minimum of two hours, with overnight marination recommended for maximum flavor penetration.
- Prepare the grill to a medium-high temperature, creating ideal conditions for caramelization and char.
- Carefully skewer the marinated chicken and onion pieces, alternating to create visually appealing and evenly cooked sosaties.
- Grill the skewers with attentive turning, watching for a golden-brown exterior and ensuring chicken reaches perfect doneness, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Present the sosaties immediately while hot, accompanied by complementary side dishes that enhance the rich, spiced essence of the dish.
Notes
- Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor absorption and tenderness, allowing spices to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Use wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and potential fire hazards.
- For gluten-free version, replace regular chutney with homemade or gluten-free store-bought chutney to maintain authentic taste.
- Consider alternative protein options like firm tofu or tempeh for vegetarian guests, using same marinade technique for comparable flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: South African
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg