Hoender Satay (Keto-Aangepas)
Keto Chicken Satay Skewers (Sugar-Free Peanut Sauce)
Yes, with a tweak: request that both the chicken marinade and the peanut sauce are prepared without any added sugar, honey, or high-carb thickeners (like cornstarch). About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Tender pieces of chicken grilled on skewers, generously coated in a rich, creamy, and completely sugar-free peanut sauce, infused with aromatic spices.
Key ingredients
Chicken breast/thigh, natural unsweetened peanut butter, coconut milk, tamari (or low-sodium soy sauce), fresh ginger, garlic, lime juice, erythritol/stevia (for sweetness), salt, chilli (optional).
How to make it keto
Crucially, request that both the chicken marinade and the peanut sauce are prepared without any added sugar, honey, or high-carb thickeners (like cornstarch). Confirm with the kitchen. Serve with a side of low-carb vegetables instead of rice or noodles.
Watch out for
High sugar content in traditional satay marinades and peanut sauces, cornstarch thickeners, starchy accompaniments.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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