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Who can resist the deliciousness of sate lilit ikan (balinese fish satay)? This Balinese specialty not only tantalizes the taste buds but also boasts a rich, unique flavor profile. Made with fresh ingredients and abundant Balinese spices, sate lilit ikan is the perfect choice to accompany moments spent with family or friends. Let's explore how to make it easily and practically!

Ingredients

  • 500 g minced chicken
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 50 g minced shallot
  • 20 g minced garlic
  • 2 red chilli, minced
  • 10 g minced ginger
  • 10 g minced galangal
  • 5 g minced aromatic ginger
  • 5 g minced turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 clove, ground it
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 g coriander
  • 2 g ground white sesame
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 12 lemongrass
  • 1 lime leaf, sliced finely
  • 30 g grated coconut

Steps

  • Heat up some oil, saute shallot and garlic until fragrant. Add the other ground spices and herbs. Stir until it’s fragrant. Set aside.
  • Mix minced chicken and the spices.
  • Add grated coconut and lime leaf, mix well.
  • Divide the batter into 12 parts.
  • Place the ball of the batter on the edge of the lemongrass stalk. Pull downwards while twisting the dough around the top end of the lemongrass stalk until it becomes a long circle.
  • Grill the satay over hot coals, turning it back and forth until it’s cooked.
  • Serve with sambal.
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