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Elfie V.

I find inspiration and joy in the kitchen as a passionate cooking enthusiast and culinary artist.

Savor the combination of tender pork which is marinated and threaded onto skewers, with enriched flavors of sweet sauce, tangy tamarind, and other special spices.
Easy to cook and delicious Best Indonesian Pork Satay Recipe.

We've carefully curated this recipe to ensure it embodies the essence of perfection. From the first bite to the last, you'll savor the rich, harmonious flavors that make Indonesian Pork Satay unforgettable. So, gather your ingredients, follow our easy steps, and indulge in the best Indonesian Pork Satay you've ever tasted. Indonesian Pork Satay is a tantalizing dish that encapsulates the essence of Indonesian cuisine. This culinary creation features succulent pork pieces, marinated to perfection, threaded onto skewers, and then grilled or barbecued to achieve a delightful smoky flavor. The process of making Indonesian Pork Satay begins with selecting quality pork cuts, usually a combination of lean and slightly fatty portions to ensure a balance of tenderness and flavor. The pork pieces are then marinated in a mixture of spices, which often includes elements such as garlic, shallots, coriander, sweet sauce (kecap manis), and other spices. This marinade infuses the pork with aromatic undertones and enhances its natural taste. What truly distinguishes Indonesian Pork Satay is the exquisite sauce that accompanies the dish. The sweet sauce is typically prepared using a base of Indonesian sweet sauce (kecap manis), which lends a rich caramelized sweetness. To balance the sweetness, other ingredients like tamarind paste or lime juice are often added, providing a tangy contrast that cuts through the richness of the pork.

YIELDS 2 serving(s)
TOTAL TIME 45 minute(s)

Ingredients

  • 300g pork meat, cut 1x2 cm
  • 2 tbsp sweet sauce (kecap manis)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp tamarind water
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 8-10 skewers

Mashed Ingredients

  • 50 ml of water
  • 3 garlic
  • 4 shallots
  • 3 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp roasted coriander

Complementary

  • Sweet sauce (kecap manis)
  • Lime
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Chopped shallots

Steps

1

Blend all the Mashed Ingredients.

Step 1 of cooking Best Indonesian Pork Satay Recipe.
2

Add sweet sauce (kecap manis), soy sauce, tamarind water, and pepper.

Step 2 of cooking Best Indonesian Pork Satay Recipe.
3

Mix the blended ingredients with the pork meat, gently press the meat, and marinate for 30 minutes. Prepare the skewers, add 4-5 pieces of meat onto each skewer.

Step 3 of cooking Best Indonesian Pork Satay Recipe.
4

Add 3-4 tbsp of oil over medium heat on a non-stick pan. When it's hot enough, put the satay as shown in the photo. Don't forget to turn over the pork satay until it's cooked and browned.

Step 4 of cooking Best Indonesian Pork Satay Recipe.
5

Serve the Pork Satay accompanied by a drizzling of sweet sauce (kecap manis), a squeeze of lime, slices of shallots, and cayenne pepper.

Step 5 of cooking Best Indonesian Pork Satay Recipe.


Author Elfie V
Elfie V.

I find inspiration and joy in the kitchen as a passionate cooking enthusiast and culinary artist.

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