Satay Ayam

There are many different marinades from the different islands of Indonesia. This marinade recipe and the use of peanut sauce originate from the island of Ayam but will be found in restaurants and households all over the world. The Satay stick holds a single portion of meat making it a fantastic 'finger food' for parties or a delicious starter for all occasions.

Serves: 4
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 400g Meat (Lamb, Chicken, Beef etc.)
  • 2 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tbsp Ginger Powder
  • 3 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 10ml Vegetable Oil
  • 100ml ABC Sweet Soy Sauce (Kecap Manis)
  • 8 Satay Skewers
  • 375g (1 jar) Satay Sauce (Peanut Sauce)

 

Method:

Cut the meat into even-sized cubes (2cm or 1") and place in a bowl. Combine the garlic, ginger and coriander powders with the oil, ABC Sweet Soy Sauce and diced meat and marinade for more than 1 hour in the fridge. Soak the bamboo skewers in the water. Thread the chicken onto skewers and grill or barbeque turning often and basting with leftover marinade for 15 minutes or until cooked (to taste). Serve hot (or cold) with hot satay sauce.

Hot Tip: Serve with diced cucumber and onions for an authentic Indonesian touch.