Grandmother's Kitchen

Grilled Pork Skewers With Peanut Basil Sauce

A grilled pork satay recipe with a lovely peanut sauce.

Grilled Pork Skewers With Peanut Basil Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless pork shoulder ( or pork loin)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 limes, 1 juiced the other cut into wedges for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
  • 1 inch piece ginger, peeled
  • 1 garlic clove, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce, more to taste
  • 3/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter, preferably chunky
  • 20 fresh basil leaves

Directions

  1. In a blender, combine everything except the pork and lime wedge garnish; process to a smooth paste.
  2. Place about 1/2 the mixture in a large bowl, reserving the rest for a dipping sauce.
  3. Cut pork into 1 inch cubes and combine with the peanut butter mixture in the bowl; toss to coat.
  4. Place the meat on skewers, begin sure not to crowd.
  5. Grill pork until browned on all sides, about 5 to 8 minutes in total.
  6. Serve with dipping sauce and lime wedges.

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