Chicken Satay
Chicken Satay is a beloved Southeast Asian dish featuring marinated, skewered, and grilled chicken, often served with a rich peanut dipping sauce. Originating from Indonesia, it has become a staple street food and festive dish across the region, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Singapore.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Chicken Satay is a high-protein dish, with the lean chicken providing essential amino acids and B vitamins, while the peanut sauce adds healthy fats and a moderate amount of carbohydrates. A typical serving of 4-6 skewers with sauce contains roughly 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 9 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Zinc | 2.2 mg |
| Selenium | 25 µg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
Per 4 skewers with sauce (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, satay is a symbol of communal dining and celebration, often cooked over charcoal at outdoor markets and festivals. Nutritionally, the combination of protein from chicken and healthy fats from peanuts makes it a satisfying and balanced meal, especially when paired with fresh vegetables or rice.
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