Quick Sticks

Directions

1. 1
   If using wooden skewers, Soak them for at least 30 minutes before assembling the sticks.
2. 2
   Heat the broiler.
3. 3
   BLEND the dry rub and sugar in a small bowl and set aside.
4. 4
   Using a mallet or heavy saucepan, Pound the chicken between two pieces of plastic wrap until it is an even 1/2 inch thick.
5. 5
   CUT the chicken and steak into strips 1 to 1 1/2 inches wide.
6. 6
   Thread the meat lengthwise onto the skewers.
7. 7
   Sprinkle with the dry rub mix.
8. 8
   BROIL the meat 4 inches from the heat source until the chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
9. 9
   For rare beef, shorten the total broiling time to 7 to 8 minutes.
10. 10
    COMBINE the barbecue sauce and peanuts and serve at the table as a dipping sauce.