Name: Indonesian Beef Satay
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: Serves 4-6
Ingredients: 1½ pounds sirloin or flank steak, cut into ¾-inch cubes; 3 tablespoons kecap manis (Indonesian sweet soy sauce); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 cup unsalted roasted peanuts, finely ground; 1 cup coconut milk; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (or substitute with lime juice); 1-2 red chilies, seeded and finely chopped (adjust to taste); 12-15 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

Prepare the marinade

In a large bowl, combine kecap manis, vegetable oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground coriander, turmeric, and cumin. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
Marinate the beef

Add the beef cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, turning occasionally for even flavor distribution.
Make the peanut sauce

In a medium saucepan, combine ground peanuts, coconut milk, brown sugar, tamarind paste, and chopped chilies. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Cook for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens. Add a splash of water if it becomes too thick. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the skewers

Thread the marinated beef cubes onto the pre-soaked bamboo skewers, placing 4-5 pieces on each skewer. Leave a small space between each piece to ensure even cooking.
Grill the satay

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking. Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the beef is nicely charred on the outside but still juicy inside, about 8-10 minutes total.
Serve with peanut sauce

Arrange the grilled beef satay on a serving platter. Reheat the peanut sauce if necessary and transfer to a small bowl. Serve the satay immediately with the warm peanut sauce for dipping.

Indonesian Beef Satay

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