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Indonesian Spicy Shrimp Skewers with Peanut Sauce – A Flavorful Delight for Your Next Gathering!

Discover this delectable and flavorful Indonesian snack - Indonesian Spicy Shrimp Skewers with Peanut Sauce! This mouthwatering dish will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests at your next gathering. Find the perfect balance of flavors, and learn how to create this dish with step-by-step instructions and mouth-watering images that will make you want to dive into the dish right away.

πŸ•’ Prep time: 20 minutes - Cook time: 5 minutes - Total time: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2 servings
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Indonesian

Allergens

Shrimp, Soy, Coconut

Ingredients

  • 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sambal oelek (Indonesian chili paste)
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
  • Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sambal oelek, garlic, and ginger until smooth. Gradually add coconut milk while continuing to mix until the sauce is creamy and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  2. Thread 3 shrimp onto each skewer, season with salt and pepper. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high heat. Grill shrimp skewers for 1 2 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  3. Serve shrimp skewers immediately with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges.

Chef’s Insight

To infuse more flavor into the shrimp, marinate them in a mixture of lime juice, garlic, and ginger for 30 minutes before skewering and grilling.

Notes

Ensure that bamboo skewers are soaked in water before use to prevent burning during grilling.

Cultural or Historical Background

Shrimp is a popular ingredient in Indonesian cuisine, as it is abundant in the country's coastal regions. Spicy flavors are commonly used to enhance the natural sweetness of seafood.