Grilled Rabbit Skewers with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

In the original Indonesian dish, Sate kelinci, rabbit meat is marinated in a mixture of Indonesian spices and served with a sweet soy sauce. In this adapted South African version, the marinade incorporates traditional South African spices like coriander, cumin, and paprika, and the sweet soy sauce is replaced with a spicy peanut sauce. We alse have the original recipe for Sate kelinci, so you can check it out.

• 1 rabbit, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 rabbit, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
• 2 cloves garlic 2 cloves garlic
• 1-inch piece of ginger 1-inch piece of ginger
• 2 red chili peppers, seeded 2 red chili peppers, seeded
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Cooked jasmine rice, for serving Cooked jasmine rice, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 18g, 3g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 8g, 2g
• Protein: 32g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the vegetable oil, ground coriander, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
2. 2.
   Add the rabbit pieces to the marinade and toss until they are evenly coated. Allow the rabbit to marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for maximum flavor.
3. 3.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. 4.
   Thread the marinated rabbit pieces onto skewers.
5. 5.
   Grill the rabbit skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and slightly charred.
6. 6.
   While the rabbit is grilling, prepare the spicy peanut sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peanuts, garlic, ginger, chili peppers, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
7. 7.
   Transfer the spicy peanut sauce to a serving bowl.
8. 8.
   Once the rabbit skewers are cooked, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
9. 9.
   Serve the grilled rabbit skewers with the spicy peanut sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro. Accompany with cooked jasmine rice.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rabbit — Ensure that the rabbit is fresh and properly cleaned before marinating. If rabbit is not available, you can substitute it with chicken or pork.
• Roasted peanuts — If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can use creamy peanut butter instead of roasted peanuts. Adjust the quantity to taste.

Tips & Tricks

• Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading the rabbit to prevent them from burning on the grill.
• Baste the rabbit skewers with the marinade while grilling to enhance the flavor.
• Adjust the spiciness of the peanut sauce by adding more or fewer chili peppers.
• Serve the dish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
• For a complete South African experience, serve the grilled rabbit skewers with a side of chakalaka, a spicy vegetable relish.

Serving advice

Serve the Grilled Rabbit Skewers with Spicy Peanut Sauce hot, alongside a generous portion of jasmine rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro for added freshness and color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the grilled rabbit skewers on a platter, placing the bowl of spicy peanut sauce in the center. Sprinkle some chopped peanuts and cilantro over the skewers for an appealing presentation.