Tantalize your taste buds with the delectable flavors of Satay Ayam, a Southeast Asian dish that embodies the culinary tapestry of Indonesia. This dish features succulent chicken skewers marinated in a symphony of aromatic spices, grilled to perfection, and served with a mouthwatering peanut sauce. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the intricacies of this beloved dish, unveiling the secrets behind its captivating flavors and providing you with a collection of recipes that will elevate your home cooking.
From the traditional Javanese recipe that showcases the harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors to the rich and creamy peanut sauce that complements the grilled chicken perfectly, we'll explore the diverse culinary landscape of Satay Ayam. Whether you prefer the smoky aroma of grilled chicken skewers or the vibrant colors of a peanut sauce teeming with spices, this article will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration to recreate this iconic dish in your own kitchen.
INDONESIAN CHICKEN SKEWERS WITH PEANUT SAUCE (SATAY AYAM)
I'm Indonesian but I live in Spain. I'd like to share with you my recipe of satay ayam. It has helped me a lot to overcome my homesickness. I hope this dish will be one of your favorite Asian dishes. You will not be able to resist the sweet and salty taste of the peanut sauce!
Provided by lenakurniasih
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Indonesian
Time 1h40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine chicken thighs, 3/4 teaspoon salt, white pepper, and sunflower seed oil in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
- Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning during cooking.
- Bring water, peanut butter, kecap manis, brown sugar, garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a small saucepan; stir to combine. Remove from heat and add lime juice.
- Thread marinated chicken onto skewers. Set about 2 tablespoons peanut sauce aside in a small bowl and brush the sauce in the bowl over chicken.
- Heat a grill pan or large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange chicken skewers in batches on grill pan and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Serve skewers with remaining peanut sauce from the saucepan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 70.1 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1338.9 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
CHICKEN SATAY (SATE AYAM)
Here is the chicken version of satay, where the peanuts are mixed with candlenuts. The dipping sauce is also used as a marinade to give the meat a more intense flavor. The same sauce can also be used with fish.
Provided by Anissa Helou
Categories HarperCollins HarperCollins Grill Peanut Nut Chicken Dinner Chile Pepper Garlic Soy Sauce
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Soak 14 medium bamboo skewers for 30 minutes in cold water.
- To make the marinade: Put the candlenuts, garlic, chilies, and a little salt in a mortar and grind with a pestle until you have a fine paste-you can also do this in a food processor. Transfer to a bowl. Add the coriander, black pepper, and cayenne and mix well.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the candlenut-garlic mixture and fry until lightly colored, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the peanuts and kecap manis and fry for another couple of minutes. Let cool.
- Prepare a charcoal fire in an outdoor grill or preheat the broiler to high.
- To prepare the satay: Marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes or longer, then scrape the marinade off the chicken before threading it equally onto the skewers. Grill or broil for 3 minutes on each side, or until completely cooked through.
- Meanwhile, scrape the leftover marinade into a small saucepan. Add 1/2 cup (125 ml) water and a little more kecap manis (or a little sugar) and bring to a boil over medium heat. Transfer to a small bowl and serve as a dipping sauce with the grilled chicken.
SATAY AYAM (CHICKEN SATAY)
This looks incredible. Another recipe sent to me from my mother (who knows I LOOOOVE ethnic cooking!) I will be posting the katjang (spicy peanut) sauce separately. (Prep time is marinade time). This is an appetizer recipe, so the serving sizes may be small compared to what one would need for a main course.
Provided by spatchcock
Categories Chicken
Time 2h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the garlic, salt and pepper in a deep bowl and mash them to a paste with the back of a spoon.
- Mix in the soy sauce, molasses and lime juice.
- Add the chicken cubes and toss until they are evenly coated.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and thread it tightly, 4 or 5 pieces at a time, on small skewers (preferably Oriental wooden skewers about 6 inches (15 cm) long).
- Brush the oil evenly over the chicken.
- Cook over charcoal (traditional) or under the kitchen broiler for 5 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is crisp and brown.
- Serve at once, with the meat still on the skewers, accompanied by katjang sauce presented separately in a bowl.
SATAY AYAM (CHICKEN SATAY)
Steps:
- Process 2 tbsp. oil with the sugar, coriander, turmeric, fennel, salt, garlic, chopped lemongrass, shallots, and ginger in a food processor until smooth. Combine paste and chicken in a bowl; chill 4 hours. Using a meat mallet, strike thick end of lemongrass stalk until it splits into threads resembling a brush; place shattered end in a bowl and pour in remaining oil. Build a hot charcoal fire in a grill. Thread 2 pieces of chicken each on 30 skewers; grill, turning once, brushing with oil from lemongrass brush, until charred, 5-6 minutes.
Tips:
- To make the chicken satay extra flavorful, marinate the chicken in the satay sauce for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- If you don't have bamboo skewers, you can use metal skewers or wooden skewers that have been soaked in water for 30 minutes.
- To prevent the chicken satay from sticking to the grill, brush the grill grates with oil before cooking.
- Cook the chicken satay over medium-high heat, turning frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
- Serve the chicken satay immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Chicken satay is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful marinade and slightly charred exterior, chicken satay is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give chicken satay a try!
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