Satay (Sate) Recipe

Satay (Sate) at glance: Skewers of marinated meat, usually chicken, beef, or lamb, grilled to perfection and served with a rich peanut sauce. Satay has become a favorite street food in many countries.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, cut into small cubes
• Bamboo skewers, soaked in water

Marinade:

• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Peanut Sauce:

• 1 cup peanuts, roasted
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 red chilies
• 2 tbsp sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1 tbsp tamarind paste
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• Water, as needed

Instructions:

1. Mix all the marinade ingredients in a bowl. Add the chicken cubes and marinate for at least 1 hour.
2. Thread the chicken onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
3. Grill the skewers over medium heat until the chicken is cooked through, about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
4. For the peanut sauce, blend the peanuts, garlic, and chilies until smooth. Add sweet soy sauce, tamarind paste, and brown sugar. Thin with water to desired consistency.
5. Serve the satay with the peanut sauce on the side.