Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

beef sirloin steak

trimmed, thinly sliced

1 lb

chicken thigh fillets

trimmed, thinly sliced

13.5 oz

coconut milk

canned

0.25 cup

fish sauce

0.33 cup

palm sugar

(or brown sugar)

2 tbsp

fresh cilantro leaves

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh cilantro stalks

chopped

1 tbsp

madras curry powder

1 unit

shallot

chopped

2 cloves

garlic

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh ginger

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh lemongrass

chopped

1 unit

bird's eye chili

seeded, chopped

1 tbsp

peanut oil

1 tbsp

lime juice

1 tbsp

kecap manis

(thick sweet soy sauce)

1 cup

unsalted peanuts

finely chopped

1 unit

spicy fried rice

to serve

Step 1
~4 min

Thinly slice the beef sirloin and chicken thigh fillets.

Step 2
~4 min

Place beef and chicken into separate shallow dishes.

Step 3
~4 min

Combine 1/2 cup coconut milk, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 3 tbsp sugar, chopped cilantro leaves, and curry powder in a bowl.

Step 4
~4 min

Mix until combined.

Step 5
~4 min

Pour the marinade over the beef and chicken, tossing to coat evenly.

Step 6
~4 min

Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight.

Step 7
~4 min

Using a mortar and pestle, pound shallot, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, cilantro stalks, and chili with a little water to form a paste.

Step 8
~4 min

Heat peanut oil in a frying pan over high heat.

Step 9
~4 min

Sauté the paste for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 10
~4 min

Stir in the remaining coconut milk and simmer for 5-6 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Stir in the remaining fish sauce and sugar, lime juice, and kecap manis.

Step 12
~4 min

Add the finely chopped peanuts and simmer for 4-5 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.

Step 13
~4 min

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 14
~4 min

Thread the marinated chicken and beef onto skewers.

Step 15
~4 min

Grill the satays for 4-5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until cooked through.

Step 16
~4 min

Serve the grilled satays with the peanut sauce, fresh cilantro leaves, and spicy fried rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate for longer for enhanced flavor.

Serve with extra peanut sauce for dipping.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Satay can be marinated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with spicy fried rice.

Offer a side of fresh cucumber salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Salad
Asian Slaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and appetizer.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Celebrations
Barbecues

Occasion Tags

Barbecue
Party
Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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