Satay
Satay is a popular Southeast Asian dish of seasoned, skewered, and grilled meat, typically served with a flavorful peanut sauce. Originating in Java, Indonesia, it's now a beloved street food across the region, with variations using chicken, beef, pork, or tofu.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Satay is a good source of protein from the meat, but the peanut sauce and cooking method can make it relatively high in fat and calories. A typical serving of 4-5 skewers with sauce provides around 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 265 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
| Zinc | 4 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
Per 4 skewers (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, satay is a quintessential social food, often enjoyed at night markets and festivals. Its unique blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, centered around the peanut sauce, makes it a distinctive and iconic dish of the region.
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