Thai Turkey Kebabs

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with nonstick foil. Soak 8-inch wooden skewers (four per serving) in water for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, to make the marinade, combine the chocolate, chili sauce, peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, lime juice, fish sauce (if using), and garlic in a medium bowl. Beat with a whisk until blended. Add the turkey and toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.

Remove the turkey from the marinade and discard any remaining marinade. On each skewer, thread 1 turkey strip by piercing the strip in several places.

Place the kebabs on the baking sheet; sprinkle with half the scallions and half the peanuts. Roast for 5 minutes. Turn the kebabs, sprinkle with the remaining scallions and peanuts, and roast until the turkey is cooked through, about 5 minutes longer.

Garnish with the basil or cilantro and serve at once.

cook's notes

If you don't have time to soak the wooden skewers, just cover the ends with foil after assembling the kebabs, to prevent them from burning.