Beef satay

Beef satay is a popular dish in many parts of the world, and its origins are hotly contested. Some believe that it originated in Indonesia, while others believe that it originated in Thailand. Either way, the dish has a long and storied history that is worth exploring.

The first recorded instance of beef satay comes from Indonesia in the 18th century. It was mentioned in a cookbook from that time period, and the recipe called for the beef to be marinated in spices and then grilled over an open fire.

The dish soon became popular in Thailand as well, and there are now many different regional variations of the dish. In some parts of Thailand, the beef is marinated in a curry paste before being grilled, while in other parts, the beef is simply grilled with a soy-based marinade.

Advice

When making beef satay, it is important to use the best quality beef you can find. Look for beef that is grass-fed, organic, and without any added hormones or antibiotics. If you are using pre-made satay sauce, make sure to taste it before adding it to the beef to make sure it is to your liking. When grilling the beef, use a medium-high heat for a few minutes on each side to get a nice char. Be sure to keep an eye on it, as overcooking the beef can make it tough and dry. Lastly, don't forget to add a squeeze of lime or a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs to the finished dish for a burst of flavor.

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Recipes

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Beef Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce

  • apple cider vinegar
  • curry powder
  • red curry paste
  • dark soy sauce
  • vegetable oil
  • sugar
  • soda bi carb
  • salt
  • peanut butter
  • water
  • bamboo skewer
  • coconut mik
  • peanut
  • coconut milk
  • beef rump steak
  • cilantro
  • lime
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Indian Style Beef Satay with Curried Cashew Sauce.

  • greek yogurt
  • ginger
  • honey
  • soy sauce
  • chipotle chile powder
  • cumin
  • smoked paprika
  • curry powder
  • garlic
  • lemon
  • flank steak
  • coconut milk
  • cilantro
  • cayenne pepper
  • turmeric
  • olive oil
  • mint
  • cinnamon
  • pepper
  • thai red curry paste
  • garlic
  • cashew
  • black pepper
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Beef Satay

  • garlic powder
  • lime
  • peanut
  • peanut butter
  • soy sauce
  • lemongrass
  • green onion
  • garlic
  • coconut milk
  • sriracha
  • flank steak
  • salt
  • vegetables sugar snap pea
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Beef Satay

  • soy sauce
  • cilantro
  • canola oil
  • beef sirloin
  • dark brown sugar
  • orange zest
  • garlic
  • fish sauce

Ingredient Breakdown

 
garlic
coconut milk
soy sauce
peanut butter
cilantro
fish sauce
curry powder
red curry paste
dark soy sauce
vegetable oil
salt
bamboo skewer
peanut
lime
turmeric
lemongrass
cumin
brown sugar
ginger
flank steak
apple cider vinegar
sugar
soda bi carb
water
coconut mik
beef rump steak
galangal
tomato
cardamom
red chily
coriander
coconut
shallot
greek yogurt
honey
chipotle chile powder
smoked paprika
lemon
cayenne pepper
olive oil
mint
cinnamon
pepper
thai red curry paste
cashew
black pepper
garlic powder
green onion
sriracha
vegetables sugar snap pea
yellow curry powder
lime juice
beef
chili garlic sauce
canola oil
beef sirloin
dark brown sugar
orange zest

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