Best 7 Authentic Satay Sauce Recipes

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Are you looking for an authentic satay sauce recipe to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Southeast Asia? This flavorful sauce is a cornerstone of many Southeast Asian cuisines, from Thailand to Indonesia and beyond. It is a versatile condiment that can be used as a marinade for meats, poultry, and tofu, or as a dipping sauce for satay, a popular grilled meat dish. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with the knowledge and tips you need to create an authentic satay sauce that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN SATAY (THE BEST RECIPE!)



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Delicious chicken satay or grilled chicken skewers marinated with spices and served with peanut sauce. Easy, authentic and the best chicken satay recipe you'll find online!

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Malaysian Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs. (1 kg) boneless and skinless chicken thigh and leg meat
Bamboo skewers, soaked in cold water for 2 hours
1 cucumber, cut into small pieces
1 small onion, quartered
oil, for basting
3 tablespoons oil
2 stalks lemongrass, white parts only
2 cloves garlic, peeled
6 small shallots or pearl onions, peeled
2 teaspoons turmeric powder
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 tablespoon salt or more to taste
2 tablespoons sugar or honey

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken meat into small cubes. Set aside.
  • Blend all the he Marinade ingredients in a food processor. Add a little water if needed.
  • For the chicken satay dipping sauce, please click here: satay peanut sauce recipe.
  • Combine the chicken and the Marinade together, stir to mix well. Marinate the chicken for 6 hours in the fridge, or best overnight. When ready, thread 3-4 pieces of the chicken meat onto the bamboo skewers.
  • Grill the chicken satay skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side until the meat is fully cooked and the surface is nicely charred, on both sides. Baste and brush with some oil while grilling. Serve hot with peanut sauce the fresh cucumber pieces and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 144 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 14 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 6 people, Sodium 727 milligrams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar

SATAY SAUCE



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This is a basic Malaysian/Thai Satay Sauce - Its wonderful!

Provided by SMTUNE

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (10 ounce) can coconut milk
½ cup crunchy peanut butter
½ small onion, grated
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine coconut milk, peanut butter, onion, soy sauce, brown sugar, and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat, and keep warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 127.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

EASY SATAY SAUCE RECIPE



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This easy 10-minute Satay Sauce Recipe makes a great dip for chicken, pork or vegetable skewers. Smooth and creamy with a little chilli kick!

Provided by Nicky Corbishley

Categories     Sauces     side dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 heaped tbsp smooth peanut butter
1 tbsp dark soy sauce ((use tamari for gluten free))
1/2 tsp chilli flakes (red pepper flakes)
1 tbsp fish sauce ((sub with vegetarian fish sauce if you want it vegetarian))
7 oz (200ml) coconut milk (from a tin)
1 tbsp light brown sugar
1/2 tsp ground coriander
Juice of 1 lime ((about 2 tbsp))
1/2 tsp sesame seeds
1 tbsp roasted peanuts (finely chopped)
pinch chilli flakes
1 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro leaves)

Steps:

  • Place all of the satay sauce ingredients EXCEPT for the lime juice into a small pan
  • Heat over medium heat whilst stirring with a wooden spoon. The sauce will look thin at first, then as it comes close to boiling point, it will start to thicken. Don't let the sauce boil, just turn down the heat as it approaches boiling point and stir until thickened, then turn off the heat and stir in the lime juice.
  • Transfer the sauce to a serving dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds, chopped peanuts, chilli flakes and fresh coriander before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 396 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SATAY SAUCE



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I make no claim of this being authentic, as I just went on instinct. But it is fast and I tend to always have everything on hand. It's good on grilled meat, and if thinned with some water and/or oil can be basted on skewers of chicken or beef on the bbq. Keep it thick, add a good few handfuls of chopped, roasted peanuts and use it to fill rice balls for a S-E Asian feast. I often dollop this sauce on a bowl of hot white rice and lightly steamed broccoli--a great way to eat your greens!

Provided by Shoga-chan

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter (use smooth if you prefer)
3 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce ('kecap manis' from Indonesia)
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
roasted peanuts, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Put the peanut butter in a small, microwave-safe bowl, and heat for 20 seconds till easy to stir.
  • Combine with chili sauce, sweet soy sauce, coriander, and garlic.
  • That's it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.3, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 229, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 3.2

HOW TO MAKE BEEF SATAY



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With grilling season still in full swing, you can never have enough new and exciting ways to enjoy beef. This is the main course-size version of a fabulous Thai appetizer, strips of beef marinated in Asian spices, skewered, and grilled for a truly amazing combination of flavors. I think you should try this very soon.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indonesian

Time 2h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tablespoons minced onion
¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup fish sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 2-inch piece of fresh lemon grass (white part only)
2 pounds beef top sirloin, trimmed
4 12-inch long metal skewers

Steps:

  • Place ginger, garlic, onion, brown sugar, fish sauce, vegetable oil, soy sauce, coriander, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne pepper into a mixing bowl; whisk into a smooth marinade.
  • Bruise lemon grass by hitting it lightly several times with the back of a large chef's knife; mince the lemon grass and add to the marinade.
  • Cut beef sirloin into strips about 2 1/2 inches long and 1/8 inch thick. Thoroughly mix the beef into marinade until all beef strips are completely coated, about 1 minute. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in refrigerator for 2 to 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove beef from marinade and shake off excess marinade. Thread 1/4 the meat onto each metal skewer.
  • Arrange skewers on the preheated grill and cook until the meat stops sticking to the grill, about 1 to 2 minutes. Flip skewers over onto other side and cook until meat is well browned and shows grill marks, 2 to 2 1/2 minutes. Turn onto first side again and cook until meat is still slightly pink, 2 more minutes. Transfer to a platter and let skewers rest about 2 more minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 120.8 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1638 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

SATAY SAUCE



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Whip up this simple peanut sauce recipe in just 10 minutes. Serve with chicken or vegetable skewers for a starter or party nibble. Kids love it too!

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Condiment

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ lime, juiced
1 tsp clear honey
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp curry powder
3 tbsp smooth peanut butter
165ml can coconut milk

Steps:

  • Mix the lime juice, honey, soy sauce, curry powder and peanut butter in a small bowl. Add a splash of water if it's too stiff. Transfer to a small pan with the coconut milk, and heat gently for 5 mins stirring continually, until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 5 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

AUTHENTIC THAI PEANUT SAUCE



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This is a quick and delicious thai peanut sauce that can be used for dipping satay, fresh spring rolls, deep fried tofu, or really anything. I originally found it on the website SheSimmers.com and then adapted it to my own taste and the ingredients I had on hand. You can make it creamy or chunky depending on your preference, I like to add some chopped up peanuts to mine for that extra crunch. Either way, the flavor is perfect and to me it tastes just like the peanut sauce you would get at a thai restaurant. You could also use it on rice or noodles or as a salad dressing. Yum!

Provided by BusyBeeHoneyBee

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 3 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (14 ounce) can light coconut milk (you can also use regular coconut milk to make it even more decadent)
1/4 cup Thai red curry paste
3/4 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky, your preference)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
1/4 cup sugar (or more to taste)
2 tablespoons white vinegar (cider or rice vinegar work well)
1/2 cup water
chopped peanuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Put everything into a medium heavy-bottomed pot and bring to a very gentle boil over medium heat, whisking constantly.
  • Let the mixture simmer for 3-5 minutes over low heat, being careful not to let the mixture scorch on the bottom of the pot.
  • Remove from heat, mix in chopped peanuts if using, and serve immediately with satay, spring rolls or fried tofu.
  • The sauce can be stored in the refridgerator for weeks. It will thicken up, so feel free to mix in a little water when reheating to get the desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.1, Fat 27.9, SaturatedFat 5.7, Sodium 587.1, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 19.4, Protein 13.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your satay sauce the best flavor. If possible, use fresh lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves.
  • Toast the spices: Toasting the spices will help to release their flavor. Be sure to toast the cumin, coriander, and chili powder over medium heat until they are fragrant.
  • Use a good quality peanut butter: The peanut butter is the base of the satay sauce, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a peanut butter that is made with 100% peanuts and has no added sugar or salt.
  • Don't boil the sauce: Boiling the sauce will make it too thick and gloopy. Instead, simmer it over low heat until it has thickened slightly.
  • Serve immediately: Satay sauce is best served immediately. If you need to make it ahead of time, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Satay sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is perfect for dipping satay skewers, but it can also be used as a marinade, a stir-fry sauce, or a salad dressing. With its rich, nutty flavor and spicy kick, satay sauce is sure to please everyone at your table.

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