Lamb Satay
Lamb Satay is a popular Southeast Asian dish, particularly from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, featuring marinated and grilled lamb skewers. The meat is typically marinated in a blend of spices like turmeric, lemongrass, and garlic, then threaded onto skewers and cooked over charcoal. It is commonly served with a rich, creamy peanut sauce for dipping.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Lamb Satay is a high-protein, moderate-to-high fat dish, with minimal carbohydrates unless served with sugary sauces or sides. It is an excellent source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing approximately 350-450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.8 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
Per 4 skewers (120 g) of cooked lamb with 2 tablespoons (30 g) peanut sauce · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, satay is believed to have been inspired by Indian kebabs brought to Southeast Asia by Arab traders. Nutritionally, the turmeric in the marinade contains curcumin, a compound with anti-inflammatory properties, which may be better absorbed when paired with the fats in the lamb and peanut sauce.
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