Satay

สะเต๊ะ Also: Sateh, Thai Chicken Satay
Peanut: Likely contains restriction
Fish: Likely contains restriction
Vegetarian: Likely contains restriction

Grilled meat skewers marinated in turmeric and coconut milk, served with peanut sauce and cucumber relish.

Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.

Your dietary restrictions

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

Full allergen breakdown

Ingredients

  • chicken or pork
  • coconut milk (Tree Nut)
  • turmeric
  • lemongrass
  • fish sauce (Fish)
  • palm sugar
  • peanut sauce (Peanut)

Hidden Ingredients

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

  • fish sauce in the marinade
  • coconut milk in the marinade and sauce
  • peanuts as the base of the dipping sauce

Allergen Breakdown

Dairy-Free

Likely OK

Satay uses coconut milk, not dairy.

Gluten-Free

Check with staff

The peanut sauce may contain soy sauce. Some marinades also include soy. Verify.

Peanut-Free

Likely contains restriction

Peanut sauce is the defining accompaniment to Thai satay. Ground peanuts are the base of the sauce.

Tree Nut-Free

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Coconut is in the marinade and peanut sauce. Some recipes also add other nuts to the sauce.

Shellfish-Free

Likely OK

No shellfish in traditional satay or peanut sauce.

Egg-Free

Likely OK

Eggs are not used in satay or its traditional accompaniments.

Fish-Free

Likely contains restriction

Fish sauce is used in the marinade.

Soy-Free

Check with staff

The peanut sauce often contains soy sauce. Verify the sauce recipe.

Sesame-Free

Check with staff

Some peanut sauce recipes include sesame seeds or sesame oil. Verify.

Vegetarian

Likely contains restriction

Contains meat and fish sauce.

Key risk: The peanut sauce served with satay is not optional in traditional Thai preparation. It is the defining condiment. The marinade itself also contains fish sauce and coconut milk. Someone with peanut allergy cannot safely eat Thai satay even if they skip the sauce, as cross-contamination from the sauce station is likely.

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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.