Sate Ayam

Sate Ayam Also: Chicken Satay, Indonesian Satay
Gluten: Likely contains restriction
Peanut: Likely contains restriction
Soy: Likely contains restriction

Grilled skewers of marinated chicken served with a thick peanut sauce and compressed rice (lontong).

Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.

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The full allergen breakdown is below. Select your restrictions to see a personalized safety status.

Full allergen breakdown

Ingredients

  • chicken
  • kecap manis
  • turmeric
  • coriander
  • garlic
  • peanut sauce (ground peanuts + kecap manis + palm sugar + chili) (Peanut)

Hidden Ingredients

These ingredients are not typically listed on menus but are present in traditional preparations.

  • kecap manis in the marinade (soy + wheat)
  • peanut sauce with kecap manis (soy + wheat + peanut)

Allergen Breakdown

Dairy-Free

Likely OK

No dairy in sate ayam.

Gluten-Free

Likely contains restriction

Kecap manis in marinade and peanut sauce contains wheat.

Peanut-Free

Likely contains restriction

Peanut sauce is the defining accompaniment.

Tree Nut-Free

Likely OK

No tree nuts in sate ayam.

Shellfish-Free

Likely OK

No shellfish in sate ayam.

Egg-Free

Likely OK

No eggs in sate ayam.

Fish-Free

Likely OK

No fish in sate ayam.

Soy-Free

Likely contains restriction

Kecap manis in marinade and sauce.

Sesame-Free

Likely OK

Sesame is not in standard sate ayam.

Vegetarian

Likely contains restriction

Contains chicken.

Key risk: Indonesian satay is defined by its peanut sauce. The marinade also contains kecap manis (wheat + soy). The peanut sauce contains ground peanuts and more kecap manis. This dish combines peanut, wheat, and soy in both the meat and the sauce.

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Important: Dish Scout is a reference guide, not medical advice. Traditional recipes vary by restaurant, region, and chef. Always verify ingredients with restaurant staff before ordering. When in doubt, don't eat it.