Experience the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this **Low Fat Authentic Indonesian Chicken Sate** recipe, a deliciously lean take on a classic street food favorite. Perfectly marinated strips of chicken breast are infused with a blend of aromatic spices—ground coriander, cumin, turmeric, and a hint of chili powder—before being grilled to juicy perfection on skewers. Served with a rich yet health-conscious peanut sauce made with light coconut milk and natural peanut butter, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nourishment. Ready in under an hour, this protein-packed recipe is ideal for family dinners, backyard barbecues, or meal prep. Garnished with fresh coriander, it’s a low-fat, gluten-free, and utterly irresistible option for anyone craving traditional Indonesian flavors with a healthier twist.
Place the wooden skewers in a bowl of water and soak for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
Cut the chicken breast into small, even strips, about 1/2 inch thick, and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the juice of 1 lime, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground turmeric, chili powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
Add the chicken strips to the marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for a more intense flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the peanut sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the peanut butter, water, coconut milk, and honey over medium-low heat.
Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken strips onto the soaked skewers, distributing the chicken evenly across all skewers.
Grill the chicken skewers for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice char.
Serve the chicken sate with the peanut sauce on the side, garnished with fresh chopped coriander.
Calories |
2657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 117.6 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.0 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 925 mg | 308% | |
| Sodium | 5748 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.7 g | ||
| Protein | 318.6 g | 637% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 26.3 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 4397 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.