Sate Babi or Ayam

Sate Babi or Ayam is a beloved Indonesian street food classic that brings bold, authentic flavors straight to your grill. This recipe features succulent pork shoulder or chicken thighs marinated in a fragrant blend of soy sauce, sweet kecap manis, garlic, shallots, ground coriander, and turmeric, then grilled to juicy perfection on wooden skewers. Paired with a rich and creamy homemade peanut sauce made with coconut milk, palm sugar, and a hint of chili paste, every bite is a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. Ideal for entertaining or casual family dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into a tantalizing dish that’s best served with steamed rice, lime wedges, and fresh herbs. Perfect for summer BBQs or whenever you’re craving authentic Indonesian cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Pork shoulder or chicken thighs
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 whole Shallots
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon Palm sugar (or brown sugar)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 10 pieces Wooden skewers
• 4 tablespoons Peanut butter (for sauce)
• 100 milliliters Coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon Chili paste (optional, for sauce)
• 50 milliliters Water

Directions

Step 1

Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.

Step 2

Cut the pork shoulder or chicken thighs into bite-sized cubes, around 2 cm per piece.

Step 3

Prepare the marinade by blending garlic, shallots, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, ground coriander, ground turmeric, palm sugar, lime juice, and cooking oil into a smooth mixture.

Step 4

Combine the meat with the marinade in a large bowl, ensuring all the pieces are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for more flavor.

Step 5

Thread the marinated meat onto the soaked skewers, leaving some space at the ends for handling.

Step 6

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grease lightly with oil to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning occasionally until the meat is fully cooked and slightly charred.

Step 8

While the skewers are grilling, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, coconut milk, water, palm sugar, chili paste (if using), and a pinch of salt. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and is well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve the satay warm with a drizzle of peanut sauce on top and extra sauce on the side for dipping. Garnish with lime wedges or fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(998.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2158.7

Total Fat 161.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 350mg	0%
Sodium 3784.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 46.2g
Protein 116.1g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 199.4mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 2537.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 13.9%