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Recent Recipes

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  Tofu Satay With Kuah Kacang (Peanut Sauce)

  Tofu is my favorite protein to use in dishes because of how versatile it is. In this recipe, the tofu is marinated with shallot, garlic, lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, and maple syrup. It’s so flavorful. To create a char similar to a traditional satay, a brushing mixture (coconut milk plus maple syrup) is used when grilling. And to go with: a not-to-be-missed peanut sauce, kuah kacang. Ground peanuts, plus a lot of the same ingredients from the satay (like shallot, garlic, lemongrass, and galangal), simmer until all the flavors meld. It’s savory and sweet, with a slight crunch from the nuts. Since kuah kacang takes a little time to come together, I like to make a bigger batch. To create a satay meal, just like home, I like to serve it with a side of chopped cucumber and onion, plus ketupat (compressed rice cake) when time allows.

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  Chicken and Steak Skewers with a Tahini-Yogurt Marinade

  The tahini-yogurt marinade for these skewers works well with all kinds of protein, from chicken and beef to salmon or lamb. It's so good you may want to make extra and set it aside, so you can use some as a dip. And while you're at it, grill some vegetables, as well! I've included a few ideas below.

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  Malaysian Satay With Peanut Sauce

  A great satay is made up of three things—flavorful, succulent meat, a good char, and a great peanut dipping sauce. Out of the three, the sauce is the one that’s often overlooked. But get it right, and it’ll be a real game-changer, perfect for your next satay shindig.

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  Spicy Miso Ginger Pork Skewers

  I love the standard miso marinade but I wanted to make it a little spicier and more interesting, so I added garlic, ginger and some spice. I've used it on pork, fish, and chicken. It's a great variation on a classic. The dipping sauce adds an extra punch of spice.

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  The Recipe Critic's Grilled Tuscan Pork Skewers

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  Shrimp Skewer with Fennel Slaw

  This simple appetizer is perfect for serving large crowds or feeding guests at a cocktail party. The clean and delicate flavors of thinly shaved fennel, lemon, and seared shrimp are harmonious together. It can be tempting to add a flavor bomb like bacon or chorizo, but sometimes less is more, and this recipe illustrates that concept perfectly.
  
  If you want to grill the shrimp instead of searing them in a skillet, please go right ahead.