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Sate Padang is Indonesian beef satay drenched in a thick, savory-spiced sauce. Bold, smoky and tender, this is a beloved dish from Padang. The beef is simmered until tender, then grilled to perfection and drenched in a rich, aromatic sauce. The combination of toasted spices and a smooth spice paste creates a depth of flavor that is both bold and comforting.
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Blanch beef for 5-10 minutes.
Boil the beef with green onion, Chinese celery, and water. Simmer until tender, about 1.5-2 hours, or use a pressure cooker for 25 minutes.
Toast cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, star anise, coriander, cumin, and anise until fragrant, then grind.
Blend red chilies, shallots, garlic, turmeric, and ginger into a smooth spice paste.
Saute the spice paste with galangal, lemongrass, lime leaves, bay leaves, and turmeric leaf until fragrant.
Take 1/4 of the spice paste and set aside for seasoning the meat later.
Add ground spices, ground peanuts, ambu-ambu, beef stock, sauce seasoning, and flour mixture. Adjust thickness as needed.
Cut the beef into small pieces and mix with reserved spice paste. Season with salt and ground white pepper.
Skewer 4 to 5 slices of meat onto each skewer.
Grill the skewers over high heat until lightly charred.
Drench the skewers in the thick sauce and serve.
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Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more water or flour mixture as needed.
Use a pressure cooker to tenderize the beef faster.
Can I use a different cut of beef?
Yes, you can use chuck or brisket as mentioned, but other cuts like flank or short ribs can also work.
What is ambu-ambu?
Ambu-ambu is a traditional Indonesian ingredient used to enhance the flavor of the sauce.
How can I make the sauce thicker?
You can add more rice flour or tapioca flour mixture to thicken the sauce.
Can I prepare the beef in advance?
Yes, you can boil the beef ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to grill.
Is there a substitute for mushroom bouillon?
You can use chicken or beef bouillon as a substitute for mushroom bouillon.
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