Lamb Satay Skewers
Lamb Satay Skewers are a popular Southeast Asian dish, particularly from Indonesia and Malaysia, featuring marinated and grilled lamb meat on skewers. The lamb is typically marinated in a blend of spices like turmeric, lemongrass, and garlic, then grilled and often served with a rich peanut sauce for dipping.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and healthy fats, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical serving of about 4-5 skewers (150g of meat) contains roughly 300-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 2.8 mg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 210 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Potassium | 310 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
Per 4-5 skewers (150g of cooked lamb) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Satay is believed to have originated from Javanese street food vendors and has become a beloved culinary icon across Southeast Asia. The peanut sauce accompaniment adds a unique blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that perfectly complements the smoky grilled lamb.
