Sate plecing is a distinctive variant of the widely popular sate - skewered meat in a rich sauce.
Unlike the more commonly known versions of sate that are served with peanut or a sweet soy sauce, this variation is characterized by plecing, a spicy tomato and chili-based sauce. This dish is particularly associated with Lombok, an island east of Bali known for its spicy culinary traditions.
The meat used in sate plecing can vary, but it typically involves skewered and grilled pieces of chicken, lamb, pork or beef. What sets sate plecing apart is the sauce made from a mixture of red chili peppers, tomatoes, shallots, garlic, and shrimp paste (terasi), all ground into a paste and then sautéed to bring out the flavors.