Satay-Style BBQ Peanut & Chilli Marinade

A distant cousin of satay sauce that moved to America. The richness of peanut butter clings incredibly well to meat, forming a crispy, nutty layer during cooking while keeping the meat juicy underneath. Complemented by BBQ sauce and chilli, this umami bomb is the best choice for chicken and pork.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 220 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Fusion

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Grater
  • Sealable bag

Allergen Information

⚠️ Peanuts
⚠️ Soya

Instructions

1

Finely grate the peeled garlic and ginger.

Tip: Ginger fibres are easier to cut if you grate frozen ginger, or use a very sharp grater.
2

In a bowl, work the peanut butter together with the honey and oil. If the peanut butter is very hard, microwave it for 10 seconds.

Tip: It is important to mix the fatty ingredients smooth first, then add the liquids.
3

Add the BBQ sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and spices (chilli, paprika, grated aromatics). Mix until you get a thick but pourable emulsion.

Tip: The consistency should be like thick pancake batter so it clings thickly to the meat.
4

Coat the meat or pour the marinade into a bag. Massage it in.

Tip: The oil content of the peanut butter helps fat-soluble flavours (capsaicin from chilli) penetrate deep into the meat.
5

Marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Before cooking, remove and let the excess drip off slightly so it doesn't burn on the grill.

Tip: The remaining marinade (that did NOT contain raw meat) can be used as a dip for the finished dish.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
Yes, absolutely! The peanut pieces toast during cooking and add an extra crunch experience.
Won't the peanut butter burn?
It will if exposed to too high heat. Use this marinade for indirect heat (indirect grilling) or in the oven.

Ingredients

  • 80 g Peanut butter (natural, unsweetened is best)
  • 100 ml BBQ sauce
  • 50 ml Soy sauce
  • 30 g Honey
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 10 g Fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp Chilli flakes
  • 20 ml Fresh lime juice
  • 30 ml Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika