Bennigan’s Bamboo Chicken and Shrimp Skewers

Fix these delicious teriyaki skewers as appetizers for your next party or serve them with rice for a full Chinese meal.

Bennigan’s Bamboo Chicken and Shrimp Skewers are a delicious and flavorful dish that combines marinated chicken and shrimp skewers with a rich and creamy peanut sauce. The marinade is made with a blend of fresh jalapeños, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar, which infuses the chicken and shrimp with a tangy and savory flavor. The skewers are then grilled to perfection, resulting in juicy and tender meat with a slightly charred exterior.

The accompanying peanut sauce is the perfect complement to the chicken and shrimp skewers. Made with crunchy peanut butter, coconut milk, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, cayenne pepper, chicken stock, and heavy cream, the sauce adds a creamy and nutty element to the dish. The combination of flavors from the marinade and peanut sauce creates a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy notes.

To complete the dish, the grilled chicken and shrimp skewers are served on a bed of lo mein noodles tossed with some of the peanut sauce. This adds a satisfying and filling component to the meal, making it a complete and satisfying dining experience.

Bennigan’s Bamboo Chicken and Shrimp Skewers are perfect for those who enjoy a fusion of Asian-inspired flavors with a touch of American comfort. The combination of grilled meats, flavorful marinade, and creamy peanut sauce creates a mouthwatering dish that is sure to please your taste buds. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course, these skewers are a standout dish that will leave you craving for more.

SERVES: 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 chicken skewers
• 3 shrimp skewers

MARINADE

• ½ cup fresh jalapeños
• ½ cup garlic
• ½ cup fresh minced ginger
• ½ cup fresh lemon juice
• 2½ cups soy sauce
• 1¼ cups sesame oil
• 1½ cups brown sugar

PEANUT SAUCE 

• 2/3 cup crunchy peanut butter
• 1½ cups unsweetened coconut milk
• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 4 cloves minced garlic
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ cup chicken stock
• ¼ cup heavy cream

OTHER

• 1 cup lo mein noodles

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Combine all the ingredients for the marinade in a bowl. Place the chicken and shrimp skewers in a long shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the skewers and refrigerate for 2–4 hours.
2. Remove the skewers from the marinade and place them onto a well-oiled section of the grill or a large sauté pan. Cook the chicken and shrimp skewers for 3–4 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
3. To make the peanut sauce, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and cayenne in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce reaches the consistency of heavy cream.
4. Transfer the sauce to a blender and pulse briefly 3–4 times. Add the chicken stock and heavy cream. Blend for 1 minute, or until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
5. Toss the cooked lo mein noodles with ½ cup of the peanut sauce.
6. Place the skewers on top of the noodles and serve.