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For For Marinade
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For For Marinade

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.9 (43 reviews)
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⏱️ 5 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated For For Marinade offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 30g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 370 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated For For Marinade offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic For For Marinade to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing For For Marinade, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • 1 1/2 tb lemon grass thinly sliced (use only t
  • 1 tb galanga (kha) minced
  • 2 tb red onions minced
  • 1 1/2 tb garlic minced
  • 2 tb ground coriander seeds
  • 1 tb indian yellow curry powder
  • 1 tb kaffir lime leaves finely chopped
  • 2 1/2 tb sugar
  • 1/2 ts salt
  • FOR PEANUT SAUCE
  • 7 medium seeded dried chilies soaked in warm water unti
  • 1 1/2 ts galanga (kha) minced
  • 2 tb cilantro roots minced
  • 1 1/2 tb lemon grass finely chopped
  • 2 1/2 tb garlic minced
  • 3 1/2 tb red onions chopped
  • 1 ts ground coriander seeds
  • 1 1/2 ts thai shrimp paste
  • 5 c medium consistency coconut milk
  • 1/3 c creamy peanut butter (do not use peter pan)
  • 1/4 c sugar
  • 3 1/2 ts salt

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Instructions In a blender or food processor, grind the listed ingredients, from lemon grass to salt, finely

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Mix with the meat (wear latex gloves to do this, it stains) and marinate for 1 hour

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Place meat strips on BGMB90B Reply 77 of Note 1 BOARD: FOOD AND WINE BB TOPIC: FOOD SOFTWARE SUBJECT: R-MM THAI AND VIET R TO: BGMB90B ELAINE RADIS DATE: 07/16 FROM: BGMB90B ELAINE RADIS TIME: 1:48 PM Thai Satay Yield: 0 Servings Ingredients 1 lb boneless chicken meat (breast is be skin removed 1 1/2 tb curry powder 1/2 ts salt 1 tb sugar 1/2 c coconut milk 1 tb rice vinegar (or other mild vinegar 1/2 c coconut milk 20 bamboo skewers (about 5 inches long Instructions Skin the chicken, wash it, and pat it dry

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Cut the meat into 1/8 by 1 x 4-inch pieces

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Cut the skin into 1-inch squares (I don't bother with the skin)

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Mix the curry powder, salt, and sugar

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories370 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein30gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates24gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat10gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

For For Marinade

This chef-curated For For Marinade offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.9 from 43 votes
For For Marinade
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories19% DV
370 kcal
Protein60% DV
30g
Fat13% DV
10g
Carbs9% DV
24g
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Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Instructions In a blender or food processor, grind the listed ingredients, from lemon grass to salt, finely

2

Technique & Execution: Mix with the meat (wear latex gloves to do this, it stains) and marinate for 1 hour

3

Technique & Execution: Place meat strips on BGMB90B Reply 77 of Note 1 BOARD: FOOD AND WINE BB TOPIC: FOOD SOFTWARE SUBJECT: R-MM THAI AND VIET R TO: BGMB90B ELAINE RADIS DATE: 07/16 FROM: BGMB90B ELAINE RADIS TIME: 1:48 PM Thai Satay Yield: 0 Servings Ingredients 1 lb boneless chicken meat (breast is be skin removed 1 1/2 tb curry powder 1/2 ts salt 1 tb sugar 1/2 c coconut milk 1 tb rice vinegar (or other mild vinegar 1/2 c coconut milk 20 bamboo skewers (about 5 inches long Instructions Skin the chicken, wash it, and pat it dry

4

Technique & Execution: Cut the meat into 1/8 by 1 x 4-inch pieces

5

Technique & Execution: Cut the skin into 1-inch squares (I don't bother with the skin)

6

Technique & Execution: Mix the curry powder, salt, and sugar

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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