Best 7 Indonesian Pork With Peanut Sauce Recipes

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Indonesian pork with peanut sauce, also known as babi kecap, is a popular dish that combines savory and sweet flavors. This dish is made with pork belly or pork shoulder that is braised in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, kecap manis (sweet soy sauce), garlic, ginger, and aromatic spices. Once the pork is tender, it is then coated in a rich and creamy peanut sauce made from roasted peanuts, chilies, and various spices. The result is a succulent and tender pork dish with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors.

This article provides two variations of the Indonesian pork with peanut sauce recipe. The first recipe uses pork belly, while the second recipe uses pork shoulder. Both recipes are easy to follow and provide step-by-step instructions on how to braise the pork and make the peanut sauce. Additionally, the article includes a recipe for a simple cucumber salad that pairs perfectly with the pork dish. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article has everything you need to create a delicious and authentic Indonesian pork with peanut sauce meal.

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PORK IN PEANUT SAUCE



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A quick and easy, delicious way to serve pork! Can be served over a bed of chopped romaine for a low-carb meal, or noodles for the traditionalists. The oil you use will make all the difference: the peanuttier the better; an obscure brand from the ethnic section of the supermarket is usually a better bet than one of the cheaper, mass-market varieties.

Provided by GILL846

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons chopped fresh ginger root
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ cup soy sauce
½ cup chicken broth
4 tablespoons peanut butter
1 ½ pounds boneless pork loin, cut into strips
2 tablespoons peanut oil for frying
1 onion, chopped
¾ cup cashew nuts
2 cups frozen mixed stir-fry vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, broth, and peanut butter. Stir in pork to coat. Set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in onions, and cook about 1 minute. Stir in cashews. Cook until unions are soft and translucent. Pour in pork and marinade. Cook until pork pieces are done, about 10 minutes. Stir in mixed vegetables, and cook 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 80.7 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 2131 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

SAUS KACANG (INDONESIAN PEANUT SAUCE)



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This peanut sauce recipe is based on my mom's version, which accompanies Gado Gado. Raw peanuts are roasted and then ground for the best flavor.

Provided by Patricia Tanumihardja

Categories     Peanut     Sauce     Vegetarian     Vegan     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Soy Free     Dip     Condiment/Spread

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or just enough to coat the peanuts)
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons (200 g) raw skinless peanuts
1 ½ cups (375 ml) water
2 makrut lime leaves (optional)
1 tablespoon seedless wet tamarind pulp, or 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons coconut palm sugar or 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1 teaspoon sambal oelek chili paste
1 to 2 Thai chiles, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour the oil into a large wok or and set over medium heat until shimmering hot. Add the peanuts and stir and cook until golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Toss them continuously so they cook evenly without burning.
  • Scoop up the peanuts with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to cool. Remove any burnt peanuts, they will taste bitter.
  • When the peanuts are cool enough to handle, grind them in a small food processor or pulverize them with a mortar and pestle until they have the texture of coarse sand.
  • Mix the water together with the lime leaves, tamarind, sugar and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then adjust the heat until it is bubbling gently. Simmer for about 5 minutes, breaking up the tamarind pulp.
  • Remove the lime leaves and any chunks of tamarind pulp with a slotted spoon. Add the ground peanuts and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Adjust the heat and simmer gently until thick and creamy like gravy, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often so the sauce doesn't stick to the bottom of the pot.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the sambal oelek and Thai chilies (if using). Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed, making sure the acidity of the tamarind or lime sings through.
  • Serve the peanut sauce with vegetables or as a dipping sauce for grilled kebabs.

INDONESIAN PORK WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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Grilled pork tenderloins with an Indonesian Peanut sauce to serve them with. I often half this recipe with excellent results.

Provided by Lynette !

Categories     Pork

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

PORK
1 c orange juice
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 c pecans (may substitute walnuts)
3 clove garlic, chopped
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp ground coriander
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp dried crush red pepper
4 3/4 pound pork tenderloins
HOT PEANUT SAUCE
1 c milk
1/4 c plus 2 tablespoons chunky peanut butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp dried crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • 1. For the Pork: Combine the first 8 ingredients in the container of a blender. Process on medium speed until smooth, stopping once to scrape down the sides.
  • 2. Place the tenderloins in a large zip-lock bag. Pour the marinade mixture over the tenderloins. Seal the bag and place in a large bowl. Marinate 8 hours in the refrigerator, turning occasionally.
  • 3. Remove the tenderloins from the marinade, discarding the marinade. Grill, covered, over hot coals (350° to 400°) 20 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160°, turning occasionally.
  • 4. Let rest, and then slice the tenderloin and place on a serving platter. Serve with peanut sauce and garnish with parsley, if desired.
  • 5. For the hot peanut sauce: Combine all ingredients in a blender; process on medium speed 1 minute or until smooth, stopping once to scrape down the sides.
  • 6. Place the sauce in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thoroughly heated.

INDONESIAN PORK ROAST WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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This is absolutely a wonderful, lazy Sunday afternoon recipe. The peanut sauce is to die for, you could use it for satays, etc. I order the shoulder roast from my butcher when we need (crave) this meal. Prep time does not include marinading time.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Pork

Time 3h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup regular-strength chicken broth, heated
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons sherry wine
4 -5 lbs boned and tied pork shoulder
1 cup water
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together hot broth, sugar, soy sauce and rice wine or sherry.
  • Stir till dissolved.
  • Add pork and turn to coat (or put pork in a heavy-duty, plastic, food-grade bag and add marinade).
  • Cover and refrigerate until the next day, turning several times.
  • Lift meat from marinade and drain briefly, barbecue on a rack by indirect/medium-hot heat in a gas grill, or over a drip pan, indirect heat on a charcoal grill.
  • Grill until a meat thermometer inserted in thickest part registers 170° (2-2 1/2 hours).
  • To serve, let meat stand for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare Peanut Sauce.
  • Cut meat across the grain into thin slanting slices.
  • Serve with sauce.
  • Peanut Sauce: In a 2 Qt pan, combine water, peanut butter and garlic.
  • Cook over medium-low heat, stirring, until mixture boils and thickens.
  • Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar, lemon juice, soy sauce and crushed red pepper.
  • Serve hot.
  • If made ahead, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • To reheat, stir over low heat until hot, adding more water, if needed, to restore to original consistency.

INDONESIAN PORK SATéS WITH SPICY PEANUT SAUCE



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Categories     Salad     Sauce     Pork     Appetizer     Side     Broil     Christmas     Peanut

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Pork Satés
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons salad oil, such as peanut or canola
4 tablespoons ketjap manis (Indonesian sweet soy sauce; see p. 14)
1 pound lean pork loin or trimmed pork butt, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
Spicy Peanut Sauce
12-16 wooden skewers, soaked in water (15 minutes)
Thinly sliced radishes or cilantro sprigs, for garnish
Spicy Peanut Sauce
1 cup peanut butter (we use smooth, but you can use crunchy if you like the texture)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon sambal oelek (red chile paste)
4 tablespoons ketjap manis
1-2 cups Chicken Stock (p. 206) or water, as needed

Steps:

  • Pork Satés
  • To make the satés, mix the garlic, ginger, oil, and ketjap manis in a medium bowl and add the pork cubes. Stir to coat with marinade; set aside. Meanwhile, make the sauce.
  • To make satés, thread the pork (4-5 cubes per skewer) onto the soaked wooden skewers. Grill or broil for 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve with the warm peanut sauce and a garnish of sliced radishes or cilantro sprigs.
  • Spicy Peanut Sauce
  • Place the peanut butter, garlic, chile paste, and ketjap manis in a small pot and warm gently over low heat for about 4 minutes. Stir in the Chicken Stock or water slowly, adding a little at a time; the mixture will thicken after each addition as it warms. This sauce can be made ahead of time and kept warm or rewarmed. You will need to add more liquid when ready to serve, as the peanut butter will thicken while standing. The sauce should have a thick, creamy consistency but be loose enough to stir easily. The seasonings can be adjusted to your personal taste; we like it a little spicy.

INDONESIAN PORK SATAY



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Serve with dipping sauce on the side. Chicken, beef, or lamb can also be used instead of pork.

Provided by Debbie

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 6h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cloves garlic
½ cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger root
1 cup roasted, salted Spanish peanuts
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
½ cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons crushed coriander seed
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup melted butter
1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1 inch cubes
skewers

Steps:

  • In a food processor, process garlic, green onions, ginger, peanuts, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, coriander, and red pepper flakes. Puree until almost smooth. Pour in broth and butter, and mix again.
  • Place pork cubes in a large resealable plastic bag, and pour mixture over meat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 6 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat. Remove pork cubes from bag, and thread onto skewers. In a small saucepan, boil the marinade for 5 minutes. Reserve a small amount of the marinade for basting, and set the remainder aside to serve as a dipping sauce.
  • Lightly oil preheated grill. Grill for 10 to 15 minutes, or until well browned, turning and brushing frequently with cooked marinade. Serve with dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 682.4 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 155.7 mg, Fat 49.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 41.6 g, SaturatedFat 20.1 g, Sodium 2332 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

INDONESIAN-STYLE PORK ROAST



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Your family and friends won't believe you when you reveal the "secret ingredients" for this flavorful pork roast-peanut butter! I've served this roast to guests for years, and I can't tell you how many times I've sent copies of the recipe home with guests. For a change of taste, you can substitute toasted walnuts for peanuts and use walnut oil instead of peanut butter.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds boneless pork loin roast
COATING:
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 large clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
PEANUT SAUCE:
1 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/4 cup sherry
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 cup chopped unsalted peanuts

Steps:

  • Combine coating ingredients in a bowl; mix until smooth. rub coating over all exposed surfaces of the roast; let stand for 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 325°. Place roast in greased baking dish; roast until thermometer reads 140°, about 75 minutes. (Temperature of roast will continue to rise another 5-10° upon standing.), To make sauce, combine all ingredients except peanuts in saucepan; bring to a boil. Let cool; add peanuts. Set aside. Remove roast from oven; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing. Serve roast with sauce. Freeze Option: Freeze cooled meat with some of the juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat though in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 1934mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder or pork loin are both good choices for this recipe. Pork shoulder is a more flavorful cut, but it takes longer to cook. Pork loin is a leaner cut, and it cooks more quickly.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade is what gives the pork its flavor, so make sure to use a marinade that you like. The recipe in the article uses a marinade made with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and honey.
  • Cook the pork until it is tender: The pork should be cooked until it is tender and juicy. The best way to check if the pork is done is to insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the pork. The pork is done when the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Make the peanut sauce ahead of time: The peanut sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This makes it easy to prepare the dish when you are short on time.
  • Serve the pork with a variety of sides: Pork with peanut sauce can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Indonesian pork with peanut sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork is marinated in a flavorful marinade and then cooked until it is tender and juicy. The peanut sauce is made with creamy peanut butter, coconut milk, and spices. It is a perfect complement to the pork. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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