Java Style Beef Sate Recipe

Name: Java Style Beef Sate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head garlic, peeled; 5 shallots, chopped; 1 (1 inch) piece galangal, thinly sliced; 8 red chile peppers, seeded and chopped; 1 cup roasted macadamia nuts; 1 teaspoon belacan shrimp paste; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 pounds boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1/2 inch cubes; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons palm sugar; 1 beef bouillon cube; 1 tablespoon salt; 3 tablespoons kecap manis; 6 kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped; 32 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 15 minutes

Servings: persons

1 head garlic, peeled
5 shallots, chopped
1 (1 inch) piece galangal, thinly sliced
8 red chile peppers, seeded and chopped
1 cup roasted macadamia nuts
1 teaspoon belacan shrimp paste
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 pounds boneless beef sirloin steak, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 cups water
2 tablespoons palm sugar
1 beef bouillon cube
1 tablespoon salt
3 tablespoons kecap manis
6 kaffir lime leaves, finely chopped
32 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 15 minutes

1
In a mortar with a pestle, mash together the garlic, shallots, galangal, chile peppers, and macadamia nuts into a fine paste. Add the shrimp paste and oil, continue mashing until incorporated. Place the paste into a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
2
Stir the beef into the sauce and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour in the water, palm sugar, bouillon cube, and salt. Simmer until the water has evaporated, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the kecap manis and lime leaves, then spread the beef out on a baking sheet or large dish, and allow to cool until cool enough to handle.
3
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate. Remove the beef cubes from the tray, and thread onto skewers, reserve any leftover sauce for basting.
4
Cook on preheated grill for a few minutes until slightly browned; baste occasionally with the leftover sauce.

1245

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head garlic, peeled, 5 shallots, chopped, 1 (1 inch) piece galangal, thinly sliced, 8 red chile peppers, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Java Style Beef Sate falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Java Style Beef Sate

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