Cape Malay Sosaties (Kabobs)

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 16
Cape Malay Sosaties (Kabobs) recipe with a spicy and tangy marinade
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

4h 40min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon garlic , chopped
1 tablespoon chopped gingerroot
vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
2 whole cloves
3 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground allspice
2 teaspoons turmeric
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup white wine
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons apricot jam
1 cup tamarind juice ( or substitute 1/2 cup strained fresh lemon juice combined with 1/2 cup water )
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts ( beef or lamb can be substituted )
1 cup dried apricots or 1 cup dried prune , softened in boiling water
1 onion , cut into quarters softened in water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
389
Sugar
28g
Fat
16g
Cape Malay Sosaties (Kabobs) is a South African dish with roots in the Cape Malay community. The word 'sosatie' is a derivative of sate, a type of Indonesian kebab. The marinade is a mixture of spices influenced by Malaysian cuisine and the use of dried fruit can be attributed to the Cape Malay community. The combination of different flavors and cultures makes for an exciting dish that will tingle your taste buds. One bite of these succulent chicken skewers, and you'll know why they're one of South Africa's most popular dishes.

Instructions

1.Combine garlic, ginger, vegetable oil, coriander, cumin, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, cloves, curry powder, allspice, turmeric, sugar, white wine, apple cider vinegar, chicken stock, apricot jam and tamarind juice in a blender and blend until smooth.
2.Cut chicken into bite-sized cubes and marinate in the mixture for at least 4 hours.
3.Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
4.Thread chicken and softened onions onto skewers. Add dried apricots to each skewer.
5.Grill skewers for 8-10 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked. Serve hot.

PROS

The spicy and tangy marinade of Cape Malay Sosaties provides an explosion of flavor on the palate.

The dried apricots add a natural sweet taste to the dish, enhancing the flavor.

CONS

The recipe can take some time to prepare due to the long marination process, but the end result is worth it.

It is important to soak the skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and low in fat, making Cape Malay Sosaties a healthy meal option.
Tamarind has been linked to promoting heart health and reducing inflammation in the body.

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