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Balinese Chicken Satay — traditional dish from Kuta, Indonesia
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Nutritional Values

🔥350kcal
💪25gProtein
🌾10gCarbs
🥑20gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️200 gServing

* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.

Balinese Chicken Satay

How to order / say it
Say it Sate Lilit — [sah-teh lee-leet]
Order I'd like the Sate Lilit, please.
Locally Saya mau Sate Lilit, tolong.
Say locally

Minced chicken skewers with coconut, wrapped around lemongrass.

Why try it?

Sate Lilit, with its unique preparation using lemongrass stalks, encapsulates the innovative spirit of Balinese street food, cherished for its portability and robust flavor.

How it tastes

These skewers offer a savory and slightly sweet profile, enriched by coconut and turmeric, with a hint of citrus from the lemongrass, perfectly grilled to a smoky perfection.

Origin & History — first documented: 1600

Originating in the 17th century, Sate Lilit became popular as a street food, offering a flavorful snack that represents the inventiveness of local street vendors, creating a beloved Balinese staple.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 200 g minced chicken
  • 🥕 50 g coconut
  • 🌿 10 stalks lemongrass
  • 🧂 15 g turmeric
  • 🧄 30 g shallots
  • 🌿 5 g lime leaves
  • 🥣 20 g chili paste

Method

  1. 1 Mix minced chicken with coconut, turmeric, shallots, and chili paste.
  2. 2 Mold the mixture around lemongrass stalks to form skewers.
  3. 3 Grill the skewers over medium heat until golden and cooked through.
  4. 4 Serve hot as a snack or with rice.

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