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Merauke Deer Satay

Sate Rusa Merauke

Tender, lean deer satay from Merauke, marinated in soy sauce and spices and grilled. Beef can replace the venison.

Time
2 hr
Serves
5 people
Origin
South Papua
Type
Meat Dishes
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Ingredients

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Spice paste

To serve

How to Make

  1. Coat the meat with the paste, soy sauce and oil.

  2. Marinate at least 1 hour.

  3. Thread 4 to 5 pieces onto each skewer.

  4. Grill over charcoal, basting with the remaining marinade, until cooked.

  5. Serve with chilli soy sauce and rice cakes.

Kitchen tip

Use venison from a licensed farm. It cooks quickly, so do not over-grill or it will be tough.

Questions

Where does Merauke Deer Satay come from?

Sate Rusa Merauke is a traditional dish from South Papua (capital: Merauke), in the Papua region of Indonesia.

How long does Merauke Deer Satay take to make?

It takes about 2 hr in total to make 5 servings, including preparation.

What is the secret to a good Merauke Deer Satay?

Use venison from a licensed farm. It cooks quickly, so do not over-grill or it will be tough.

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