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Sate Ayam (Indonesian Chicken Satay)

Name: Sate Ayam (Indonesian Chicken Satay)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: indonesian
Ingredients: 600 g boneless, skinless chicken thigh cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp dark soy sauce; 1 tsp tamarind paste; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 2 clove garlic minced; 1 pcs shallot finely chopped; 1 tsp ginger grated; 0.5 tsp coriander powder; 0.5 tsp cumin powder; 0.5 cup peanut butter smooth; 0.5 cup coconut milk; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp brown sugar; 1 clove garlic minced; 0.25 tsp chili flakes (optional); 0.25 cup water

This recipe features succulent pieces of chicken marinated in a rich, flavorful sauce, then grilled to perfection on skewers. It's traditionally served with a creamy peanut sauce and can be a delightful main course or appetizer.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time: 1 hr 45 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Medium
Per serving: 624 kcal

Allergen information: may contain gluten, milk, nuts, peanuts, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Mise en place

Ingredients

chicken

600 gboneless, skinless chicken thigh, cut into 1-inch pieces

marinade

2 tbspsoy sauce
1 tbspdark soy sauce
1 tsptamarind paste
1 tbspbrown sugar
2 clovegarlic, minced
1 pcsshallot, finely chopped
1 tspginger, grated
0.5 tspcoriander powder
0.5 tspcumin powder

peanut sauce

0.5 cuppeanut butter, smooth
0.5 cupcoconut milk
1 tbspsoy sauce
1 tbsplime juice
1 tspbrown sugar
1 clovegarlic, minced
0.25 tspchili flakes(optional)
0.25 cupwater

Equipment

skewers · grill · large bowl · small saucepan · whisk

The method

Step by step

1
Combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, tamarind paste, brown sugar, minced garlic, chopped shallot, grated ginger, coriander powder, and cumin powder in a large bowl. Mix well to ensure all chicken pieces are coated.
About 5 min
2
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the chicken mixture for at least 1 hour, or preferably longer, to allow the flavors to meld.
About 1 hr
Cook’s note: Marinating overnight will result in more tender and flavorful chicken.
3
While the chicken marinates, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, chili flakes (if using), and water.
About 5 min
4
Heat the peanut sauce mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and is smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Add a little more water if the sauce is too thick for your preference.
5
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
6
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers, ensuring they are not packed too tightly.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Leave a little space between pieces for even cooking.
7
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
About 5 min
8
Grill the chicken skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice char marks.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Baste with any remaining marinade during the last few minutes of cooking for extra flavor.
9
Serve the Sate Ayam hot with the prepared peanut sauce on the side.
Cook’s note: Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or crushed peanuts if desired.

Per serving

Nutrition

56%Score

Calories: 623.6kcal
Protein: 49.4g
Carbs: 19.2g
Fat: 41g
Fibre: 3.4g
Sugar: 9.4g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover Sate Ayam and peanut sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.

Reheating

Reheat chicken skewers in a pan or oven until warmed through. Gently warm peanut sauce on the stovetop over low heat.