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Balinese Fish Satay Recipe

November 10, 2011 by Chef Dennis Littley 30 Comments

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Wouldn’t you love to make these Balinese fish satay for dinner tonight?

Balinese fish satay on a white platter with a flower in the backgroud

I love to cook, really madly in love with it as well as photography. I lived in Indonesia and my ancestry is Chinese, so you can guess many of the dishes that I make are inspired from the two origins.

Lately, I often serve  Korean dishes at my dining table and glad to see that all my family members enjoy it with a smile. I love making pasta for breakfast as well as enjoying my precious breakfast dessert with a cup of hot coffee, that’s why my blog posts contain a variety of dishes from different countries. As long as it’s healthy and tasty, what could be better than that? Agree?

two pictures of Balinese fish satay

So today I want to introduce you to one of Indonesian traditional dishes called Sate Lilit Bali or Balinese Fish Satay.

I think Indonesia Food is well known for its Satay, there’s many kinds of satay depending upon the origins and many of them are served with a peanut sauce.

The Balinese fish satay isn’t served with a sauce but prepared and cooked with the rich taste of Indonesian spices, grated coconut and of course… grilled with love!

Prepare “the love” and let start to grill! 😉

two pictures of prepping the Balinese Fish Satay: Chopping and mincing the fish and shrimp
two pictures of prepping the Balinese Fish Satay: paste and lemongrass
Two pictures of seasonings in a pot with a spoon  prepping the Balinese Fish Satay
2 images of making Balinese fish satay
2 pictures of forming the Fish Satay on lemongrass
two pictues. spraying the pan and cooking the satay on a grill pan leaving grill marks

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Balinese fish satay on lemongrass skewers
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Balinese Fish Satay

It’s Guest Post Friday and today Elies Lie from Give Thanks has an incredible Fish Satay for you. Authentic with easy step by step instructions and pictures. Stop by for a Taste of Balinese Fish Satay!
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Indonesian
Keyword: fish satay, Indonesian cuisine
Servings: 16
Calories: 114kcal

Ingredients

  • 14 ounces Snapper fish fillet
  • 7 ounces Prawn peeled
  • 3.5 ounces Coconut grated
  • 5 Asian Chili Padi chopped (you can skip this if you can’ tolerate spicy)
  • 6 Leaves Kaffir Lime
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 1 Lemongrass use the white part, crushed
  • 1 tbsp Tamarind water
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper coarse
  • 1 tsp Brown Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Canola Oil
  • 16 Lemongrass for the skewer

Puree with a food processor or a mortar :

  • 4 pcs Red Chili Paper
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 8 Shallot (Indonesian shallot is smaller than the regular shallot so you can less the amount )
  • 1 cm Turmeric peeled
  • 1 cm Ginger
  • 1 Tomato deseed, chopped
  • 5 Candlenut
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Finely, chop the prawn and fish, set aside. (or use a food processor)
  • In a non-stick pan over medium heat, add the canola oil, stir in the spices that have been pureed, kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, bay leaves, chili padi and tamarind water cook until fragrant.
  • Add salt, black paper coarse, brown sugar, taste and add more salt if necessary.
  • Add the grated coconut, and stir until well combined and keep stirring for 1-2 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Combine all the spices with the fish and prawn, mix well.
  • Place 1-2 tbsp of the satay meat in the palm of your hand, place the lemongrass in the center of the meat, wrap gently with your hand. Set aside.
  • Prepare a non stick grilling pan, spray the pan with oil, place the satay on the pan and grill on each side with a medium low heat.
  • Once your satay is turn into golden brown on each side, the satay is done, remove from heat.
  • Serve hot with warm jasmine rice, and Enjoy! 😉

Nutrition

Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 553mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 220IU | Vitamin C: 20.9mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1.2mg

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Comments

  1. Dr Khadija Taj mohamed

    July 13, 2016 at 5:31 am

    I love satay so am going to do this recipe but am wondering does the mixture need egg white to bind it together before skewering?

    Reply
    • Chef Dennis Littley

      July 13, 2016 at 7:17 am

      This was a guest post done for me, but if its not included in the recipe I would say no.

      Reply
  2. Chef Dennis Littley

    September 30, 2015 at 8:09 am

    1 tablespoon tamarind water and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

    Reply
  3. Michael Toa

    November 23, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    Oh Yum! Fantastic. I love Indonesian food… No surprise there, being an Indonesian myself. This satay dish looks utterly delicious. Thanks for introducing me to another wonderful blogger chef! I look forward to visiting Elise’s blog.

    Reply
  4. mangiabella

    November 17, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    what a beautiful dish, I just love the name “give thanks” too, it’s stellar! Oh there is nothing I believe in more than giving of ourselves as often as possible….especially this time of year – fabulous post Dennis!

    Reply
  5. Jason Phelps

    November 15, 2011 at 7:15 am

    I give a thumbs up to this post for two reasons. First, the giving back. My wife and I support our local Food Bank and urge others to do the same. Giving what you can helps people in a profound way, something that should make you feel good when you do.

    Secondly, a fish satay! I’ve never had it, but can imagine the flavor and texture to be incredibly pleasing. I’m making these for New Years!

    Thanks Elies and Dennis!

    Jason

    Reply
  6. Elin

    November 14, 2011 at 2:28 am

    Hi Elies Lie….glad to know we stay near to each other…I am from Malaysia and thanks for sharing this Balinese dish…I shall try making this 🙂 Beautiful pictures and thanks for the step by step tutorial pictures 🙂 Love it and shall drop by your blog to peep at your dishes.

    Chef Dennis…thanks once again for introducing Elies to us…first time to her blog and indeed she has many interesting dishes awaiting us 🙂 Thumbs up for this great work you are doing…get us connected 🙂

    Have a nice day….I never like Mondays…I love Fridays ! I am a few days late coming to your blog but thank God i made my way here finally. TQ to the both of u for sharing this great recipe.
    Regards,
    Elin

    Reply
  7. Kim Bee

    November 14, 2011 at 1:52 am

    What a great guest post. This satay is really beautiful. The pictures are outstanding. Hope the weekend cured whatever had you feeling ill Chef Dennis. And nice to meet a new foodie friend. On my way over to Give Thanks now.

    Reply
  8. Foodness Gracious

    November 13, 2011 at 12:34 am

    What an awesome dish! Amazing colors and I feel like I can almost smell it (I wish) This is bookmarked..
    Take care and great first guest post!

    Reply
  9. torviewtoronto and createwithmom

    November 12, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    I like the wonderful flavours in this delicious fish satay, lovely presentation and post Dennis
    glad to hear from you
    regards Akheela

    Reply
  10. Lora ~ cakeduchess

    November 12, 2011 at 8:33 pm

    Elies-Your fish satay look delicious! What a beautiful guest post. Dennis-Hope you feel better this weekend. Rest up and enjoy your days home. Another fabulous guest post!!

    Reply
  11. Liz

    November 12, 2011 at 2:47 pm

    Elies, congrats on your first guest post!!! Fabulous dish…and you zoomed up to the Top 9 immediately! Dennis, thanks again for sharing a blogger friend with all your followers! I hope you both have a fabulous weekend~

    Reply
  12. Rumana Rawat

    November 12, 2011 at 11:41 am

    What a awesome idea:) looks delicious…

    Reply
  13. Dara

    November 11, 2011 at 8:54 pm

    Wow. Love this recipe. Serving the satay on lemongrass stalks in genius. Beautiful recipe!

    Reply
  14. RavieNomNoms

    November 11, 2011 at 10:23 am

    What an interesting recipe that I have never seen before. Looks wonderful!

    Reply
  15. Apron Appeal

    November 11, 2011 at 6:30 am

    Lemongrass skewer….I’ve never seen it so I think that was the coolest thing I’ve seen in a while.

    Reply
  16. thoma

    November 11, 2011 at 6:21 am

    satay is an all time fave for all of us and Elie Lie, i love korean food too! the snaps really reach out to you and a very nice recipe. Thank you Chef as ever for something wonderful again!

    Reply
  17. Nami | Just One Cookbook

    November 11, 2011 at 12:36 am

    Great to see Elies here as she’s been such a good blogger friend to me. Thanks Chef Dennis! It’s so cool to use lemongrass as a skewer! This looks so delicious and I love the presentation Elies!

    Reply
    • Elies_Lie

      November 12, 2011 at 9:05 pm

      Tq nami, I’m qute “confused” at the first time how to make the presentation for the photo, glad that already pass! & glad u loves it too 🙂

      Reply
  18. anna

    November 11, 2011 at 12:17 am

    beautiful message chef dennis! beautiful guest post too…

    Reply
  19. Ann

    November 10, 2011 at 11:22 pm

    This looks amazing and I’m such a fan of Elise and her sweet blog! While I can’t indulge in the seafood….it is absolutely drool worthy!

    Reply
  20. Elies_Lie

    November 10, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    Thank you again chef for giving me the honor to do a guess post today & hope you better fr your jet lagged and the bad air on flight… have a wonderful blessed weekend! 🙂

    And thank you everyone for loving the dish, hope all of you enjoy it when u have a time to make it and makes you in love more with the exotic of Indonesian cuisine… glad to know all of you! 😉

    Reply
  21. Boulder Locavore

    November 10, 2011 at 9:42 pm

    Wow! Fantastic food. I love Satay and love your combination of flavors; simply beautiful. Great reminder Chef Dennis about the blessings that reside in every day, rather than focusing on what we don’t have!

    Reply
  22. anne

    November 10, 2011 at 9:38 pm

    Great guest post , Chef ! & to Elies , that’s one gorgeous looking fish satay 😉 The color looks so vibrant and using lemongrass stem’s not only adds more flavor to your dish but it looks really awesome !

    Reply
  23. Ridwan

    November 10, 2011 at 9:25 pm

    As an Indonesian,I’m so happy that Elies introduce one of great Indonesian cuisine,Indonesia is about islands and cultures and Foods of course,good job Elies,,,and great guest post chef dennis !!

    Reply
  24. Jill | Dulce Dough

    November 10, 2011 at 9:10 pm

    What a wonderful way to enjoy fish! Looks delicious!

    Reply
  25. Kiri W.

    November 10, 2011 at 9:01 pm

    Oh wow, these look to die for! I love Balinese/Indonesian food, and was lucky enough to have a group of Indonesians cook for me every once in a while. What a vibrant, fragrant dish! I’d just love this 🙂 Great guest post!

    Reply
  26. The Mom Chef ~ Taking on Magazines One Recipe at a Time

    November 10, 2011 at 8:31 pm

    Wow, those satays look amazing. It’s so good to meet you, Elies. I can imagine what a thrill it was to get the message from Chef. He’s an amazing man.

    Reply
  27. notyet100

    November 10, 2011 at 8:15 pm

    Ummm this looks so yum,,even I luv satay,.

    Reply
    • dicamp

      November 12, 2011 at 11:37 pm

      The Balinese Fish Satay sounds delicious! Beautiful pictures too. I can’t wait to try this

      Reply

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