Sate Ayam Pedas Saus Kacang (spicy Chicken Skewers With Peanut Sauce)

Sate Ayam Pedas Saus Kacang, or Spicy Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce, is a popular dish in Banjar Cuisine. It features tender, marinated chicken skewers grilled to perfection and served with a rich and flavorful peanut sauce.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Banjar Chicken Grilling Spicy Peanut Sauce
Sate Ayam Pedas Saus Kacang (spicy Chicken Skewers With Peanut Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt to taste
  • 12-16 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ground coriander, ground turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Add the chicken cubes and marinate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.
  4. While the chicken is grilling, make the peanut sauce. In a saucepan, combine the peanut butter, coconut milk, sweet soy sauce, lime juice, and water. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and heated through. Season with salt to taste.
  5. Serve the grilled chicken skewers with the warm 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 Saucepan

Tools

Skewers Tongs

Serving suggestions

Sate Ayam Pedas Saus Kacang is best served with steamed rice, sliced cucumbers, and a side of sambal for an extra kick of heat.

Tips & tricks

For a shortcut, you can use store-bought satay marinade and peanut sauce, but making them from scratch will result in the most authentic and flavorful dish.

Cost

$15