How to Make Satay Marinade

Satay (barbequed meat on skewers) is a popular dish in Southeast Asian countries like Malaysia and Singapore. The secret of a delicious satay is in the marinade. Read on :)

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 12 shallots
• 6 cloves garlic
• 2 inch fresh ginger
• 1 tsp peppercorn
• 1 tsp coriander seeds
• 2 tsp fennel seeds
• 2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp belacan (shrimp and chilli paste)
• 4 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp tumeric powder

1. Grind up the shallots, garlic, ginger, white peppercorns, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, cumin seeds and belacan(shrimp and chilli paste) to make a paste.

2. Add water to the paste. Add the sugar and tumeric powder.

3. This is the satay marinade. Cover the meat with this marinade and leave till overnight in the refrigerator.

4. Skewer the marinated meat, and grill them. Turn the skewered meat over now and then. Each time you turn the skewered meat, baste them with the marinade.

Tips & Warnings

• You can find the belacan (shrimp-chilli paste) at most Asian grocery stores.
• Satay is supposed to be slightly sweet. So don't be stingy with the sugar. Add honey if you prefer.