Satay is a type of skewered and grilled meat, typically made from chicken, beef, goat, mutton or pork. It is a popular dish in Southeast Asia and has also become a worldwide favorite. Here are five dishes where Satay is the main ingredient:
1) Malaysian Mee Goreng (Fried Noodles): A savory dish of stir-fried egg noodles with Satay, tomatoes, and onions. It is usually seasoned with a mixture of sweet soy sauce and spicy chili paste making it very flavorful.
2) Indonesian Sate Ayam (Chicken Satay): Chicken pieces marinated in a blend of spices, skewered and grilled over charcoal. The meat is usually served with a spicy peanut sauce and rice cakes or cucumber slices as accompaniments.
3) Thai Satay Gai (Chicken Satay): Chicken pieces marinated in an aromatic blend of herbs and spices, skewered, and then grilled over coconut coals for a smoky flavor. The meat is served with a side of spicy peanut sauce and either rice or noodles.
4) Vietnamese Banh Mi Thit Satay (Satay Sandwich): A savory sandwich filled with marinated pork, chicken, or beef satay, pickled vegetables, herbs and mayonnaise. It is often served with a cold glass of beer.
5) Singaporean Satay Bee Hoon (Vermicelli Noodles): A dish of stir-fried vermicelli noodles with chicken or pork satay, shrimp paste, garlic, onions and a variety of other spices. It is usually served with a side of sweet chili sauce or spicy hot sauce for dipping.