Sate Ayam Makassar (makassar-style Chicken Satay With Peanut Sauce)

Sate Ayam Makassar, or Makassar-style Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce, is a popular dish from the Makassar cuisine in Indonesia. This flavorful and aromatic dish is perfect for grilling and is often enjoyed as a street food snack or as part of a larger meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Makassar Chicken Satay Peanut Sauce Grilled Indonesian Cuisine
Sate Ayam Makassar (makassar-style Chicken Satay With Peanut Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water
  • 1 cup (250g) roasted peanuts, finely ground
  • 3 tablespoons (45g) palm sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon tamarind paste
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, kecap manis, garlic, coriander, turmeric, cumin, and vegetable oil. Add the chicken cubes and marinate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.
  4. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the peanut sauce. In a saucepan, combine the ground peanuts, palm sugar, tamarind paste, water, and salt. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
  5. Serve the grilled chicken satay with the peanut sauce on the side.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grilling

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Grill Bowl for marinating Saucepan Wooden skewers

Tools

Grill tongs Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Sate Ayam Makassar is best served with steamed rice, sliced cucumbers, and a side of lontong (compressed rice cake).

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, baste the chicken skewers with the remaining marinade while grilling.

Cost

$15