Sate Ponorogo with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1.1 lb) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/4 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar) 1 tablespoon palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 1 cup roasted peanuts 1 cup roasted peanuts
• 2 red chili peppers, seeded and chopped 2 red chili peppers, seeded and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon tamarind paste 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
• 1 cup coconut milk 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat: 20g (Saturated Fat: 6g)
• Carbohydrates: 10g (Sugar: 4g)
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and palm sugar. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2. 2.
   In a blender or food processor, blend roasted peanuts, red chili peppers, garlic, and tamarind paste until finely ground.
3. 3.
   In a saucepan, heat the coconut milk over medium heat. Add the peanut mixture and stir well. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Remove the sauce from heat and stir in lime juice. Set aside.
5. 5.
   Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
6. 6.
   Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
7. 7.
   Grill the skewers for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.
8. 8.
   Serve the grilled skewers with the peanut sauce on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chicken breast — To ensure tender and juicy meat, do not overcook the chicken. Remove from the grill when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
• Roasted peanuts — If you can't find roasted peanuts, you can roast raw peanuts in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes until golden brown.

Tips & Tricks

• Soaking the bamboo skewers in water prevents them from burning during grilling.
• For a spicier peanut sauce, add more chili peppers or a dash of chili powder.
• If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can strain it after blending to remove any coarse bits.
• Feel free to substitute chicken with beef or tofu for a different variation of Sate Ponorogo.
• Serve the skewers with a squeeze of fresh lime juice for an extra burst of flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Sate Ponorogo skewers on a platter with a bowl of peanut sauce on the side. Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro for an added touch of freshness.

Presentation advice

Arrange the skewers in a neat and appealing manner on the platter. Drizzle some peanut sauce over the skewers and sprinkle with chopped peanuts and cilantro. Place a small bowl of peanut sauce in the center of the platter for dipping.