Indonesian Chicken Sate Recipe with Peanut Sauce

Discover how to make Indonesian Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for grilling enthusiasts and lovers of Indonesian cuisine.

Sate is more than just a dish in Indonesia; it's a cultural icon that brings people together. It's often served during celebrations, family gatherings, and street food festivals. The grilling of sate over charcoal gives it a unique smoky flavor that is deeply cherished in Indonesian cuisine.

Enjoy making and savoring this delicious Indonesian sate recipe with your family and friends!

Sate, or satay, is a beloved dish from Indonesia that has gained popularity worldwide for its delicious flavors and unique grilling method. This article will guide you through a traditional recipe for chicken sate, complete with homemade peanut sauce.

Ingredients:

• 500 grams of chicken breast or thigh, cut into cubes
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the marinade:

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the peanut sauce:

• 150 grams roasted peanuts, finely ground
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 250 ml coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
• Salt and sugar to taste
• Water as needed

Instructions:

1. Prepare the chicken: In a bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the marinade. Add the chicken pieces and coat them well. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

2. Make the peanut sauce: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and shallot until fragrant. Add ground coriander, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using), and cook for another minute.

3. Stir in coconut milk, sweet soy sauce, and tamarind paste. Bring to a simmer, then add ground peanuts. Stir well to combine. Season with salt and sugar to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add water gradually until you reach the desired consistency. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens. Set aside.

4. Assemble the skewers: Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked wooden skewers.

5. Grill the sate: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grill with vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Grill the sate, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred, about 8-10 minutes.

6. Serve: Arrange the sate on a plate and drizzle generously with the peanut sauce. Serve with steamed rice, cucumber slices, and shallots.

Enjoy making and savoring this delicious Indonesian sate recipe with your family and friends!