Chicken Skewered With Ketjap Manis Recipe

Indonesian-inspired chicken satay recipe featuring a rich and flavorful ketjap manis glaze. This easy-to-follow recipe, perfected by a culinary student, delivers tender, juicy chicken with a sweet and savory taste sensation. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue!

Prep Time 75 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 783 kcal
Protein 128g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chicken Skewered With Ketjap Manis

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How to Make Chicken Skewered With Ketjap Manis

  1. **Prepare the Ketjap Manis Glaze:** In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer until a thick syrup forms (about 10-15 minutes), stirring occasionally.
  2. Add 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons molasses, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger to the syrup. Simmer for another 3 minutes.
  3. **Marinate the Chicken:** In a resealable plastic bag, whisk together 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 cup of the prepared ketjap manis glaze, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.
  4. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken tenderloins to the bag, ensuring they are fully coated in the marinade. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 4 hours).
  5. **Prepare the Skewers:** Soak 12-15 bamboo skewers in water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning.
  6. **Assemble and Grill:** Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked skewers. Grill over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. **Serve:** Serve the chicken satay immediately with extra ketjap manis glaze for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

100 g

Sugar

207g

Fat

42g

Carbs

19g