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Satay Beef Skewers

Grilled marinated beef strips served on skewers with a rich and creamy peanut dipping sauce.

35 minMediumServes 4420 cal/serving

ThaiDinnerGrillHigh ProteinLow CarbDairy-FreePork-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs flank steak, sliced thinly
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 lemongrass stalk, finely minced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp yellow curry powder
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 finely minced lemongrass stalk, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp yellow curry powder, and half of the 2 tbsp brown sugar in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Add 1.5 lbs sliced thinly flank steak to the marinade, toss to coat, and thread onto skewers.

  3. 3

    Whisk 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup canned coconut milk, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and the remaining 2 tbsp brown sugar in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.

  4. 4

    Grill skewers over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.

  5. 5

    Serve warm skewers alongside the peanut dipping sauce.

Questions

Can I make Satay Beef Skewers gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Satay Beef Skewers keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat in a hot skillet rather than the microwave to keep the char.

Can I halve or double Satay Beef Skewers?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubling on the grill just takes more surface area; keep the heat zones the same.

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