Sate Padang, Strong and Rich Spice Flavors

The marinade used in Sate Padang typically consists of a mixture of spices, including turmeric, coriander, cumin, and garlic. The meat is marinated in this mixture for several hours before being grilled. The grilling process gives the meat a slightly charred and smoky flavor that complements the spices in the marinade.

The History of Sate Padang
Sate Padang was first introduced in 1947 by a small trader in Padang who wanted to create a new dish that was different from other satay dishes. Initially, this dish was only sold in the area around the Bawah Padang market, but over time, Sate Padang became known in other regions and eventually became one of the famous typical dishes in Indonesia.

Ingredients of Sate Padang
The main ingredient of Sate Padang is beef. The beef used is usually a tender cut like the thigh or flank. The meat is then cut into small pieces and skewered onto bamboo or wooden skewers. In addition to beef, peanut sauce is an important ingredient in making Sate Padang. The peanut sauce consists of peanuts, shallots, garlic, red chili, turmeric, coriander, cumin, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, bay leaves, brown sugar, salt, cooking oil, and water. Additionally, Sate Padang is also served with its hot broth made from boiled beef bones, salt, garlic, and water.

How to Make Sate Padang
Firstly, the small pieces of beef skewered onto the sticks should be grilled over charcoal or gas stove until cooked. Meanwhile, the peanut sauce should be ground into a smooth texture using a blender or mortar and pestle. After that, sauté the ground peanut sauce in cooking oil until fragrant and cooked. Once the peanut sauce is cooked, add water, brown sugar, and salt to the sautéed mixture and cook until the sauce thickens. After that, dip the cooked beef satay into the peanut sauce and serve with the hot broth.

The Uniqueness of Sate Padang
Sate Padang has uniqueness in terms of taste and texture that make it different from other satay dishes. The rich and flavorful peanut sauce made with various spices gives Sate Padang a unique and strong taste, while the tender and juicy beef gives this dish an irresistible taste. Additionally, Sate Padang is also served with broth made from beef bones and various spices that give a rich and savory taste to the dish.