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Satay — traditional dish from Java, Singapore
Street food Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥450kcal
💪32gProtein
🌾30gCarbs
🥑20gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🥜 Nuts

Satay

How to order / say it
Say it 沙爹 — [Sah-tay]
Order I'd like the satay, please.
Locally 我要沙爹，谢谢。
Say locally

Skewered grilled meat served with peanut sauce.

Why try it?

Satay captures the essence of street food culture in Singapore, reflecting its rich multicultural heritage. Originally from Indonesia, this dish is now ingrained in Singapore's diverse food landscape.

How it tastes

The grilled meat is smoky, tender, and flavorful, marinated in a mix of spices. Served with a side of sweet and spicy peanut sauce, it offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.

Origin & History — first documented: 1820

Brought to Singapore by Javanese migrants in the early 19th century, satay became a staple in Malay and Indian communities. Over time, it was embraced by all ethnic groups and is now a beloved street food.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 500 g chicken
  • 🥣 50 ml soy sauce
  • 🥜 100 g peanut butter
  • 🍯 30 g sugar
  • 🧂 10 g coriander
  • 🧄 20 g lemongrass

Method

  1. 1 Marinate chicken in soy sauce, sugar, coriander, and lemongrass.
  2. 2 Skewer marinated meat onto bamboo sticks.
  3. 3 Grill over open flame until cooked and charred.
  4. 4 Serve with a side of peanut sauce for dipping.

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