Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce of the Side

A recipe I’ve always wanted to try, and now that I’ve tried it, I don’t know why I waited so long. I have had this one tucked away in a binder full of recipes. Over the years, long before pinterest, I have been clipping recipes from various magazines, catalogs, brochures and flyers. This one came from a Lifestyle magazine that included recipes that are simple, fast, and healthy. My hubby loves peanut butter, and steak. What a better way to combine the two than this.

The best thing about this recipe is that it’s quick and easy and perfect for busy nights. It’s also a “clean” meal that doesn’t weigh you down. Easy proteins for digestion and a soft, sweet flavor of peanut butter to add interest.

This meal also reheats really well if you end up with leftovers. I’ve used leftovers of this to make salads and Chinese wraps. It’s amazing! I’m sure there’s more applications, too that I’m not even thinking of right now. Definitely worth a try.

 

Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce on the Side

 

1 ½ lbs flank steak (thinly sliced across the grain)

2 Tbs canola oil

1 ½ tsp coriander

½ tsp salt and pepper

6-8 wooden skewers, moistened

 

¼ c peanut butter

1 ½ Tbs light brown sugar

2 Tbs lite soy sauce

1 Tbs lime juice

3 Tbs water (more if needed)

 

Heat the broiler on high with the top rack 4 inches from the heat source. Slice the meat and place it in a bowl. Add the oil, coriander, salt and pepper. Mix them together making sure the meat is well coated with the oil and seasonings. Thread the meat onto the wooden skewers and place them on a rimmed baking sheet. You can line it with foil to make clean up easier. Place in the broiler, and allow to cook for 4-5 minutes for a medium cook.

 

Meanwhile, whisk together the peanut butter, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, and water. You can add more water to thin the sauce if you prefer. Serve the sauce on the side or brush it on the meat when it comes out of the broiler. Serve with broccoli and rice for a fast and delicious meal.