This ham and pumpkin satay recipe combines the savory taste of ham with the sweetness of pumpkin, resulting in a delicious and unique dish. The ham is marinated in a flavorful sauce, skewered with pumpkin pieces, and grilled to perfection. Serve it as an appetizer or main course for a delightful meal that will impress your family and friends. With a preparing time of 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for any occasion. Try this easy and flavorful dish today!
Ingredients
- 1 pound of ham, cut into cubes
- 2 cups of pumpkin, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 2 tablespoons of peanut butter
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- Bamboo skewers, soaked in water
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, peanut butter, minced garlic, grated ginger, and vegetable oil. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the ham cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Allow the ham to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated ham cubes and pumpkin chunks onto the soaked bamboo skewers.
- Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the ham is cooked through and the pumpkin is tender.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Serve the ham and pumpkin satay as an appetizer or main course with a side of peanut sauce or a dipping sauce of your choice.
Interesting Facts
Satay is a popular Southeast Asian dish made with skewered and grilled meat.
Pumpkin adds a unique and sweet flavor to the savory ham in this recipe.
Grilling the skewers gives the ham a smoky and delicious taste.
You can customize the marinade by adding spices like chili powder or cayenne pepper for a spicier flavor.