Beef Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

• 13-16 bamboo skewers (, 16cm / 6.5" long (Note 1))
• 600g / 1.2lb beef rump steak (top sirloin in the US) (, 2.5 cm/1" pieces (Note 2))
• 1/4 cup coconut mik (, full fat (I use Ayam, Note 3))
• 1 tbsp curry powder ((Note 4))
• 1 tsp white sugar
• 2 tsp red curry paste ((Note 5))
• 1/2 tsp baking soda / bi-carb ((tenderiser, Note 6))
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp red curry paste ((Note 5))
• 2/3 cup coconut milk (, full fat (I use Ayam, Note 3))
• 1/3 cup natural peanut butter (, smooth (Note 7))
• 1 1/2 tbsp white sugar
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce ((Note 8))
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cider vinegar ((Note 9))
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil (, for cooking)
• 2 tbsp peanuts (, finely chopped)
• Lime wedges ((optional))
• Coriander / cilantro leaves and sliced red chilli ((optional))

Steps

1. 1

   If cooking on a BBQ or over charcoal, soak skewers for 2 hours in water so they don't burn.

2. 2

   Mix together the beef and Marinade in a bowl. Cover with cling wrap and marinate overnight (do not reduce marinating time else the beef may not tenderise enough).

3. 3

   Thread onto skewers - I do 4 pieces each.

4. 4

   Heat 1.5 tbsp oil in a large non stick pan over medium high heat.

5. 5

   Cook 10 minutes (yes, well done!): Cook skewers in batches for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes on all 4 sides until deep golden (total of 8 to 10 minutes) and fully cooked through. (Don't be afraid to cook to well done, this beef is tenderised so it will still be succulent inside. In fact, if it's medium rare like with steaks, it is a bit more chewy than ideal).

6. 6

   Rest: Transfer skewers to plate and rest for 3 minutes before serving with Peanut Sauce.

7. 7

   Place all Peanut Sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over medium low heat.

8. 8

   Stir to combine then simmer, stirring every now and then, for 5 minutes. Adjust consistency with water - it should be a pourable but thickish sauce.

9. 9

   Remove from stove, cover with lid and keep warm while cooking skewers.

10. 10

    Pour sauce into a bowl. Sprinkle with some peanuts - stir some through if you want.

11. 11

    Pile satay skewers onto a platter, sprinkle with remaining peanuts, coriander and chilli.

12. 12

    Serve with sauce on the side for dipping. Add a side of Jasmine Rice or Thai Fried Rice or Pineapple Fried Rice to complete the meal!