Satay is an Indonesian dish comprising pieces of meat, chicken or tofu skewered on bamboo sticks and grilled over open flame or cooked in a satay grill. This dish is commonly served with a sauce of sweet peanut sauce and spicy chili sauce. Making satay can be a fun process that involves a lot of preparation, but the end result is worth the effort. Here is a step-by-step tutorial on how to make homemade satay:
Ingredients:
* 300 grams of thinly sliced beef or chicken breast
* 10-15 bamboo skewers
* 1 cup of coconut milk
* 1 tablespoon of kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
* 1 teaspoon of sambal oelek chili paste (optional)
* 1 tablespoon of coriander powder
* 1 garlic clove, minced
* Salt and sugar to taste
* 1/2 tablespoon of lime juice
* 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
Directions:
1. Soak the bamboo skewers in water for at least an hour or until they are pliable enough to not snap.
2. Add the garlic clove and minced onion to a food processor and blend until finely chopped.
3. In a mixing bowl, mix together the coconut milk, kecap manis, sambal oelek, coriander powder, minced onion and garlic. Season with salt and sugar to taste.
4. In a separate bowl, marinate the beef or chicken slices in the coconut milk mixture for at least one hour or overnight for optimal flavor.
5. Thread the skewers with the marinated meat, alternating between beef and vegetables, if using.
6. Heat a grill or frying pan over medium heat. Drizzle some vegetable oil onto the grilling surface.
7. Place the skewers on the grilling surface or fry in a satay grill for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking on all sides.
8. Serve the satay hot with your choice of dipping sauce, such as sweet peanut sauce, garlic sauce or chili sauce.
The satay is a delicious, flavorful and easy-to-cook dish that is perfect for parties and gatherings. Enjoy!
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