Ingredients

  • 1 stalk lemongrass
  • 1 small brown onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 kg turkey thighs, chops
  • lettuce, to serve
  • lime wedge, to serve
  • 170 g beer nuts
  • 1 -2 cup crunchy peanut butter
  • 1 -2 cup light sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 -4 cup ketjap manis (sweet soy sauce)
  • 1 -3 cup water

Method

  • Using only the white part of lemon grass, cut finely and place in a food processor.
  • Add onion, coriander, turmeric, sugar, juice and oil.
  • Process until mixture forms a smooth paste.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine paste and turkey in a large bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • To make satay sauce, process nuts until finely chopped.
  • Add nuts and remaining ingredients in a pan.
  • Stir over low heat until smooth.
  • Cook turkey in heated, oiled grill pan for about 2 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
  • Remove and cover with foil.
  • Stand for 2 minutes.
  • Serve turkey with warm satay sauce, salad and lime wedges.