This vibrant Indonesian-inspired dish features succulent shrimp skewered and grilled to perfection, paired with a luxurious homemade peanut sauce. The sauce is a harmonious blend of creamy peanut butter, rich coconut milk, aromatic ginger, garlic, and a touch of spicy cayenne, balanced by the brightness of fresh lemon juice and savory soy. It’s a meal that brings the bustling flavors of an Indonesian street food stall right into your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or a casual summer barbecue, this recipe is both impressive and approachable.
Indonesian Shrimp Sate with Peanut Sauce
Description
This vibrant Indonesian-inspired dish features succulent shrimp skewered and grilled to perfection, paired with a luxurious homemade peanut sauce. The sauce is a harmonious blend of creamy peanut butter, rich coconut milk, aromatic ginger, garlic, and a touch of spicy cayenne, balanced by the brightness of fresh lemon juice and savory soy. It’s a meal that brings the bustling flavors of an Indonesian street food stall right into your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or a casual summer barbecue, this recipe is both impressive and approachable.Ingredients
Directions
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Prepare the marinade by heating the oil in a small skillet over low heat.
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Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
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Stir in the cayenne, salt, and cumin. Sauté for another minute.
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Transfer the onion mixture to a bowl or food processor.
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Stir in the light soy sauce, dark corn syrup, fresh lemon juice, peanut butter, and canned coconut milk. Mix very well until smooth.
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Thread the shrimp onto skewers and lay them in a large pan.
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Spoon the prepared peanut sauce over the skewered shrimp, ensuring they are well coated.
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Marinate the shrimp for 30 to 60 minutes in the refrigerator.
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Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
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Place the marinated shrimp skewers on the grill. Cook for about 1 minute per side, or until the shrimp are opaque and slightly charred.
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Serve the grilled shrimp immediately with ample lemon wedges and additional peanut sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 388.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.6g32%
- Saturated Fat 4.7g24%
- Cholesterol 3.0mg1%
- Sodium 4268.7mg178%
- Total Carbohydrate 40.1g14%
- Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
- Sugars 14.9g
- Protein 16.6g34%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: The peanut sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. If the sauce thickens upon cooling, stir in a little water or additional coconut milk to thin it to your desired consistency before serving.
Skewer Tip: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before threading the shrimp to prevent them from burning on the grill.
Sauce Consistency: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but fluid enough to dip. Adjust with extra coconut milk or lemon juice as needed. Serve at room temperature for best flavor.
Ingredient Note: While the provided ingredient list does not include shrimp, this recipe assumes you have approximately 1 pound of large, peeled, and deveined shrimp for 4 servings.
