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You want to know what inspires me??
Well actually now that I think about it, pretty much anything can inspire me, but I really draw inspiration from the people I am surrounded by. I think that this is mostly due to the fact that I really love pleasing people. Specifically, I love to please people through their stomachs because, let’s be honest, food makes everyone happy .
The main reason I fell in love with cooking was because of the reactions I received when I made a dish that someone loved. That feeling of making someone happy is my favorite. That feeling makes me thrive. It boosts my confidence and pushes me to keep creating, even when I have five failures in a row (and probably a handful of bad photo days too) and all I really want to do is go hide under the covers and forget the day happened.
Anyway, this Indian dish was inspired by my brother Brendan.
He loves any and all ethnic food, which is pretty fun for me since I love exploring new and different foods. It’s keeps things from getting boring, which I hate…which is kind of funny since I feel like I am the most boring twenty year old ever. My idea of a fun time is taking photos of summer berries or making melty chocolate things with my favorite little sister. Weirdo.
But this Indian beef satay? It is safe to say it was a huge hit. In fact it even got the “this is better than a high-end Indian place”. Meaning – this satay is so freaking good.
No really, it’s amazing.
I personally think this meal is all about the curried cashew sauce. The sauce makes this dish. And the marinade for the steak is one of the the best I have made yet. I am not the biggest fan of steak, but this meal was pretty close to perfection. I served it with a simple side of Israel couscous that I tossed with olive oil, cilantro, chopped dates, chopped pistachios, salt and pepper (simple but so good!). Oh and of course, Naan. I cannot do any kind of middle eastern dinner without a side of Naan.
It’s my favorite. It’s kind of everyone’s favorite.
This dish is also a great substitution for the “it’s getting to be the end of summer and I am kind of sick of BBQ chicken and burgers” funk. I went through that funk, and these skewers took me right out of it.
They are super easy to make and are perfect for any weeknight or even a fun weekend dinner. Oh and Labor day too!!
I know it seems like there’s a lot of ingredients down there, but I promise, this is as simple as it gets. Just whisk the marinade together (it literally takes a minute) and pour it over the steak. Let that hang in the fridge for an hour. Meanwhile make the cashew sauce (don’t worry, takes like five minutes – tops). Throw all the ingredients into a food processor and let it run until smooth and creamy. Then just grill and serve.
Done. See, so easy.
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See, lookin pretty delish!
I am definitely adding this to the regular dinner rotation! You inspire me, Tieghan:)
Thanks Lauren!
I feel the same way about baking! It’s the best feeling when someone loves what you make. I love the satay, but you had me at cashew sauce!
It really is and I am sure you get that reaction all the time! 🙂
Thanks Dorothy!
Couldn’t agree with you more. I love everyone’s reactions to things I cook for them, especially how everyone’s tastes differ just slightly. Great looking satay!
Thank so much, erin!
This looks delightful and that cashew sauce, well ~ YUM!!
Thanks Kathy!
Those look amazing and that cashew sauce, yum!
Thank you so much, Kevin!
Oh my gosh! These sound like they’re juat PACKED with flavor!
Thanks Steph! 🙂
Beautifully executed! I love this. And cooking for others- I’m w/you I love it when they smile and enjoy it.
Thank Naomi! That means so much! 🙂
This recipe came at a perfect time…I’m really getting into making Indian food and learning about all the spices used. This recipe is a must try…I also like to make people happy through their stomachs..I love to feed people too. I also like how certain recipes can bring you back in time and recreate memories..whenever I have cinnamon toast I am immediately returned to my grandmas kitchen…so great
Thanks Lisa!! Sounds like we are on the same page with a lot of things in life! 🙂
I’m a huge fan of any Indian (or Thai) food, so this is right up my alley! This is the time that I wish I had an outdoor space and could grill!
I love pretty much all ethnic food it seams! So good!
Thanks Laura! PS you should try a grill pan. I have been wanting one so I do not have to go out in the rain. 🙂
I swooned over something similar to this at a street festival several years ago and have wanted to recreate it, but thanks for taking work out of it!
Oh perfect!! 🙂
Thanks Danielle!
I love Indian food, so I’m pumped to try these skewers. Our town doesn’t have a great Indian place close by so I am loving these recipes where we can make our own! Thanks, Tieghan! Pinned.
Thanks Bri! Hope you are having a great week!
This looks amazing T! Just love Indian flavours.
Thank Alida!! 🙂 Hope you had a great Wednesday!!
Oh and your poached eggs and smashed avocado toast = perfection!
We started cooking for the same reason! Yay! 🙂
In our house, we could eat Indian for ALL the meals. We also just discovered cashew cream and I want to dive into face first. This curried combo sounds off the chain!
whatever that means
Cashew cream anything is the best. I love it! 🙂
Thanks Taylor!
Mmm that curried cashew sauce looks delicious.
I couldn’t agree more. That sauce makes it for me!
Thank you!
Thanks Melissa!
This looks fabulous!
I looove Indian food, and that curried cashew sauce looks out-of-this-world, girl!
Wish I could have some for a late night snack 😛
Thank you so much, Rachael!