Grilled Indonesian Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

• 400 grams chicken fillet
• 1 1/2 pieces of palm sugar (gula merah)
• 4 cloves garlic
• 4 shallots
• 1 tablespoon cumin seeds (jintan)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 piece galangal (lengkuas)
• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds (ketumbar)
• 4 candlenuts (kemiri)
• 1/4 teaspoon toasted shrimp paste (terasi bakar)
• 4 tablespoons peanut butter
• Salt to taste
• 7 tablespoons warm water

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Cut the chicken fillet into cubes according to your preference. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Spice Paste:

   • Grind together garlic, shallots, candlenuts (kemiri), toasted coriander seeds (ketumbar), toasted cumin seeds (jintan), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and palm sugar until smooth. This forms the spice paste.

3. Marinate and Cook the Chicken:

   • Massage the spice paste onto the chicken fillet cubes, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for a while.
   • Heat a non-stick pan or Teflon pan. Cook the marinated chicken over medium heat until the spices are dry and the chicken is slightly grilled.

4. Prepare Peanut Sauce:

   • In a bowl, mix peanut butter with warm water and toasted shrimp paste (terasi bakar). Add 1 teaspoon of salt and stir until well combined.

5. Serve:

   • Arrange the grilled chicken on a serving plate. Serve with the peanut sauce on the side.
   • Enjoy your Indonesian Sate Ayam Ponorogo!

This dish combines tender grilled chicken with a flavorful spice paste and a rich peanut sauce, making it a delightful addition to any meal.