Gorkhali Chicken Satay

Ingredients

 * 2 lbs chicken breasts, thinly sliced and cut in 2-inch length
 * bamboo skewers, soaked for at least 30 minutes
 * melted butter, for basting

Marinade

 * 1 tablespoon cumin powder
 * 1 tablespoon cooking oil
 * 3 fresh red chilies
 * ½ tablespoon turmeric
 * ½ teaspoon grated nutmeg
 * ½ teaspoon Szechwan pepper (timur)
 * ½ cup yogurt
 * 1 tablespoon garlic paste
 * 1 tablespoon ginger paste
 * 1 tablespoon honey
 * salt and pepper

Directions

 * 1) In a blender, process all marinating ingredients into a smooth paste.
 * 2) Marinate chicken slices in chicken marinade for overnight in the refrigerator.
 * 3) Pat dry the marinated chicken pieces and thread on with soaked bamboo skewers.
 * 4) Grill to the desired doneness, frequently turning and basting with the melted butter.
 * 5) Serve hot with tomato achar.