Best 10 Penang Pork Satay Recipes

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In the vibrant tapestry of Malaysian cuisine, Penang pork satay stands as a culinary gem, tantalizing taste buds with its unique blend of flavors. This delectable dish features succulent pork skewers marinated in a symphony of aromatic spices, grilled to perfection over glowing coals. The result is a harmonious dance of smoky, savory, and slightly sweet notes, further enhanced by a delectable peanut sauce that adds a rich, nutty dimension. This article presents a collection of carefully curated Penang pork satay recipes, each offering a distinct culinary journey. From the classic marinade recipe that captures the essence of this dish to variations that explore different flavor profiles, these recipes are a testament to the culinary artistry of Penang. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventure, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create an unforgettable Penang pork satay experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THAI PORK SATAY WITH PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE



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Thai Pork Satay is one of the most favored street foods in Thailand! Bits of pork marinated in a mix of garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sugar along with whatever the cook decides to add to create a sweet and savory flavor. The marinated pork is threaded on skewers and grilled over hot coals. Street vendors usually serve these grilled pork satay skewers with sticky rice and a dipping sauce.

Provided by Pat Nyswonger

Categories     Main Dish

Time 23m

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 large garlic cloves, minced or grated
2 tablespoons grated ginger
1 teaspoon freshly ground white peppercorns
4 tablespoons palm sugar
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon tamari sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1.5 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch thick pieces
Bamboo skewers, soaked for 2-3 hours
1/3 cup toasted sesame oil to brush the pork
see our recipe for spicy peanut sauce

Steps:

  • In a small dish, combine the marinade ingredients and stir to combine.
  • Place the pork pieces in a dish large enough to hold the pork in one layer. Pour the marinade over the pork, coating each piece well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 3-4 hours.
  • Thread the pork onto the skewers, pushing together snugly. Place on a plate and refrigerate until the grill is ready.
  • Prepare your grill with enough coals to maintain a medium-heat.
  • When the coals are ready, baste the pork lightly with oil and place the skewers on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly charred and lift off the grill easily. Using tongs, turn the skewers and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes or until the pork is again lightly charred and cooked throughout.
  • Serve hot or room temperature, garnished with lime wedges, fresh Thai basil, hot Jasmine rice and spicy peanut sauce .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 57 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 19 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 2 Sticks, Sodium 434 grams sodium, Sugar 5 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams unsaturated fat

THAI PORK SATAY



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Thai Pork Satay - these skewers of pork marinated and grilled to perfection make delicious and easy Thai satay in your very own home!

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Thai Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 18

36 wood skewers, 8 inches or so each, soaked in tepid water for 30 minutes
1 Thai granite mortar and pestle
1 charcoal grill, highly recommended, grates oiled
1 piece pork back fat (highly recommended but optional) (6-ounce/170 grams)
2 pounds (1 kg) boneless pork loin, cut into strips that are approximately 3 inches long(7cm), 1 inch (2 cm) wide, and 1/4 inch (0.5cm) thick
11/2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1 pinch cumin seeds
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning the skewers
14 grams thinly sliced lemongrass, tender parts only, from about 2 large stalks
1 piece peeled fresh or frozen (not defrosted) galangal, thinly sliced against grain (14 gram)
1 piece peeled fresh or frozen (not defrosted) yellow turmeric root, thinly sliced against grain (14 g)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
6 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk, preferably Black & White or Longevity brand
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk, boxed, preferably
1 1/2 cups Naam Jim Sateh, peanut sauce, page 281
1 1/2 cups Ajaat, cucumber relish, page 283
6 slices Pullman or other thick-cut white bread, lightly grilled or toasted, then quartered

Steps:

  • Put the fat in a small pot, add just enough water to cover, and set the pot over high heat. Bring the water to a rolling simmer, decrease the heat to maintain it, and cook until the opaque white fat has turned slightly translucent, about 5 minutes. Drain the fat, discarding the water, and cut it into approximately 3/4-inch squares that are about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Skewer one fat cube per skewer (discard any extras), pushing the cubes down to about 4 inches from the tip. Weave one skewer through the center of each strip of pork, exiting and entering several times, so the strip is fixed firmly to it and ends just below the tip of the skewer.
  • Combine the coriander and cumin in a small pan, set the pan over medium-low heat, and cook, stirring and tossing often, until the spices are very fragrant and the coriander seeds turn a shade or two darker, about 8 minutes. Let the spices cool slightly and pound them in a granite mortar (or grind them in a spice grinder) to a coarse powder. Combine the spice powder, condensed milk, lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, sugar, salt, pepper, and all but a few tablespoons of the coconut milk in a blender. Blend until smooth, then pour the marinade into a container, preferably a deep, narrow one. Swish the remaining coconut milk in the blender and pour it into the container.
  • Add the skewers to the container with the marinade so that the meat (not necessarily the fat) is submerged in the marinade. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour while you prepare the grill.
  • Prepare a grill, preferably charcoal, to cook over medium-high to high heat (see page 124). Or preheat a lightly oiled, large flat griddle over medium-high heat. Remove the skewers from the marinade, letting any excess drip back into the container. Season both sides of the pork with salt and cook in batches, if necessary, turning the skewers over once and moving them around to contain flare-ups, until the pork is just cooked through and the outsides are as charred as you like them, 3 to 6 minutes total.
  • Serve them right away (or cover loosely with foil for up to 15 minutes after grilling) alongside the peanut sauce, cucumber relish, and bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 20 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 3 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 30 people, Sodium 98 milligrams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar

BALINESE PORK SATAY (SATE BABI) WITH SWEET SOY GLAZE AND PEANUT SAUCE RECIPE



Balinese Pork Satay (Sate Babi) With Sweet Soy Glaze and Peanut Sauce Recipe image

This recipe is inspired by the delicious pork satay I had at a night market on the north shore of Bali: little chunks of marinated meat threaded onto bamboo skewers, grilled over coals until charred, then served with a sweet-and-spicy peanut-based dipping sauce.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     Appetizer     Entree     Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres     Mains     Snacks

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 23

For the Spice Paste:
One (1-inch) knob fresh turmeric, peeled (about 10g), or 1 teaspoon (4g) ground turmeric
2 stalks lemongrass, bottom 4 inches only, outer layers and root removed, thinly sliced (about 80g)
8 medium cloves garlic, sliced (about 60g)
2 small shallots, sliced (about 75g)
3 whole dried pasilla or guajillo chilies, stems and seeds removed, roughly chopped (about 40g)
2 tablespoons (about 30g) palm sugar or brown sugar
2 teaspoons (about 6g) whole coriander seed
1 tablespoon (about 9g) whole white peppercorns
Kosher salt
2 pounds (1kg) boneless pork shoulder, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
For the Glaze:
1 cup kecap manis (8 ounces; 240ml); see note
1/4 cup sugar (about 2 ounces; 50g), plus more if needed
One (2-inch) knob ginger, roughly chopped
4 medium cloves garlic, roughly chopped
For the Dipping Sauce:
10 ounces roasted peanuts (285g; about 1 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable or canola oil, divided
1 ounce (30g) tamarind pulp, soaked and strained (see note), or 2 teaspoons (10ml) tamarind concentrate
1 tablespoon (15ml) kecap manis or fish sauce
Water, as necessary
Sugar, to taste

Steps:

  • To Cook: Light one chimney full of charcoal. When all the charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and arrange coals on one side of charcoal grate. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill, and allow to preheat for 5 minutes. Alternatively, set half the burners on a gas grill to the highest heat setting, cover, and preheat for 10 minutes. Clean and oil the grilling grate.
  • Brush pork with another layer of glaze just before serving and serve with peanut sauce on the side or spooned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1641 mg, Sugar 34 g, Fat 28 g, ServingSize Serves 6 to 8, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

PORK SATAY



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Cilantro layers on the freshness, while the sesame oil and Thai chili sauce add Asian flavors that pair perfectly with peanut butter. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 green onions, sliced
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons Thai chili sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
3 tablespoons hot water
2 teaspoons lime juice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Set aside 1/4 cup for dipping sauce. Pour remaining sauce into a bowl or shallow dish; add the pork and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes. , Drain pork, discarding marinade. Thread pork slices onto 20 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Place skewers in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 3-4 minutes on each side or until meat juices run clear. , Meanwhile, for sauce, combine peanut butter and water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in lime juice and reserved soy sauce mixture. Serve with skewers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THAI PORK SATAY



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I love this recipe since it can be made as a main dish or as an appetizer. For appetizer portions, use short skewers and half the amount of pork. -Stephanie Butz, Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup coconut milk
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon brown sugar
4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon curry powder
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
1-1/2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
PEANUT DIPPING SAUCE:
1 cup water
2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Dash crushed red pepper flakes
Hot cooked jasmine rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the coconut milk, garlic, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon oil, salt, paprika, curry and red pepper flakes; add the pork and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Drain pork, discarding marinade., For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine the water, peanut butter and garlic. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened, 2 minutes. Whisk in brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon juice and pepper flakes until blended; keep warm. , Thread pork onto 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers. In a large skillet, heat remaining oil. Cook pork in batches until pork is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes per batch, turning occasionally., Serve skewers with peanut sauce and, if desired, rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515 calories, Fat 37g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 1082mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

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

THAI PORK SATAY



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This is a wonderful pork shish kabob with a Thai flavor. I took this on a church campout and it was a huge hit.

Provided by PAULCHASE

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Thai

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

¼ cup crunchy peanut butter
¼ cup finely chopped green onions
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground coriander
⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 pound pork tenderloin, cubed
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 2 inch pieces
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 2 inch pieces
1 small sweet onion, chopped
skewers

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix peanut butter, green onions, soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, garlic, coriander, and cayenne pepper; add pork, and stir to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat grill for high heat. Thread marinated pork, water chestnuts, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and sweet onion alternately onto skewers. Transfer remaining marinade to a small saucepan, bring to a boil, and cook for several minutes.
  • Lightly oil grate. Cook skewers for 10 minutes, or to desired doneness. Turn skewers while grilling to cook evenly, and brush with boiled marinade during last few minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 577.7 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

PORK SATAY WITH THAI SPICES AND PEANUT SAUCE



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Throughout Southeast Asia, little skewers of marinated meat, grilled over coals, are sold as street snacks. Sweetly fragrant with coconut milk and spices, they are perfect for barbecue parties served with steamed rice, or on their own with drinks, whether grilled indoors or out. You may use pork loin or tenderloin, but marbled sirloin or shoulder is more succulent.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     finger foods, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 12 small skewers

Number Of Ingredients 30

1 1/2 pounds pork loin, tenderloin or shoulder, sliced into thin rectangles (1/4 inch x 1 inch x 2 inches; you should have about 24 pieces)
1 shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon grated ginger
3 tablespoons chopped lemongrass
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, toasted and ground
1 teaspoon coriander seeds, toasted and ground
1 1/2 teaspoons turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 cup coconut milk
Cilantro and basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
1 pound Persian or Japanese cucumbers, peeled, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 small shallots thinly sliced, about 1/4 cup
2 fresh Thai or serrano chiles, sliced into rounds
1 cup dry roasted peanuts, unsalted
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice, more to taste
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 cup coconut milk

Steps:

  • Prepare the skewers: Put pork in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, stir together shallot, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cayenne, fish sauce, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar and coconut milk, and pour over meat. Toss with your hands to coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight. Meanwhile, soak 12 bamboo skewers in water.
  • Prepare the cucumbers: Put cucumbers in a mixing bowl and season with salt. Add lime juice, sugar, shallots and chiles and toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. Check seasoning, then transfer to a serving dish.
  • Prepare the peanut sauce: Pulse the peanuts briefly in a food processor just until finely ground. Add the garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, cayenne and coconut milk, and process until well puréed. Transfer to a bowl, then taste and adjust seasoning. Thin a bit with lime juice or water as desired.
  • Thread 2 slices of pork onto each bamboo skewer, keeping the meat as flat as possible. Grill over hot coals, under the broiler or on a stovetop grill pan for 3 minutes on each side, until cooked through and lightly browned. Transfer to a platter and garnish with cilantro and basil leaves. Serve with cucumber relish and peanut sauce.

PORK SATAY



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Provided by Bobby Flay | Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h32m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 cups coconut milk
1/4 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 Thai chile pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro
Salt
1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch thick cubes
Wooden skewers
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 Thai red chile pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 cups coconut milk
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup chunky peanut butter
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl, add pork and let marinate 2 to 4 hours.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet and add the onion, garlic and chili. Saute for about 4 minutes. Stir in the soy sauce, lime juice, coconut milk, coriander, and cumin. Thoroughly blend the peanut butter into the mixture. Bring the sauce to a simmer over low heat, stirring frequently. Stir in the cilantro and remove from the heat.
  • Preheat the grill.
  • Remove the pork from the marinade and thread on skewers. Grill for 7 to 8 minutes or until cooked through. Serve with the sauce.

PORK SATAY



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John Torode's version of skewered meat kebabs with Thai peanut sauce - authentic and fragrant

Provided by John Torode

Categories     Snack, Starter

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

400g lean pork steak , cut into strips
1 tbsp light soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp coconut cream
1 tbsp red Thai curry paste
1 tsp fish sauce
1 tbsp palm sugar
2 - 3 tbsp tamarind paste
140g roasted peanut , finely chopped
100ml coconut milk

Steps:

  • Soak 12 bamboo skewers in water while marinating the meat. Mix the meat with the soy sauce and sesame oil, and place in the fridge for at least 30 mins or up to 24 hrs.
  • In a saucepan, combine coconut cream and red curry paste, then cook for 5 mins on a low heat. Add the fish sauce, palm sugar, tamarind paste and chopped peanuts, cook for a further 5 mins, then add the coconut milk.
  • Heat the grill to high, thread marinated meat onto the soaked skewers and place on a baking tray. Grill for 5 mins on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Serve immediately with the satay dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 26 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 34 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh pork shoulder or sirloin. If using frozen pork, thaw it completely before marinating.
  • To make the marinade, combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to blend. Add the pork and stir to coat.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pork for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • When ready to cook, preheat your grill or griddle to medium-high heat.
  • Thread the pork onto skewers and grill, turning occasionally, until cooked through. This should take about 10-12 minutes.
  • Serve the satay with peanut sauce, cucumber salad, and ketupat or rice.

Conclusion:

Penang pork satay is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The marinade infuses the pork with incredible taste, and the peanut sauce adds a creamy and nutty flavor. Serve it with cucumber salad and ketupat or rice for a complete meal.

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