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15-Min Beef Satay Skewers

Tender marinated beef threaded on skewers and seared until charred, served with a quick peanut dipping sauce. Indonesian street food that tastes like you spent all afternoon but takes barely ten minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
385
Protein
32g
15-Min Beef Satay Skewers
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Thread beef cubes onto skewers, alternating with space between each cube.

  2. Step 2

    Mix 2 tbsp soy sauce with minced garlic. Brush all over skewers, coating well.

  3. Step 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  4. Step 4

    Sear skewers 2 minutes per side without moving until edges are deeply charred.

  5. Step 5

    Whisk peanut butter, lime juice, remaining 1 tbsp soy sauce, and red pepper flakes with 2 tbsp warm water until smooth.

  6. Step 6

    Serve skewers hot with peanut sauce for dipping.

Tools you’ll need

  • bamboo or metal skewers (8-inch, about 8 skewers)
  • 12-inch skillet
  • small mixing bowl
  • whisk

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