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Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay)

Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) is a Vietnamese chili satay-style condiment used to add spicy, savory and slightly smoky flavor to grilled meats, noodles and dipping sauces. It is known for its rich, oily texture and aromatic blend of chilies, garlic, shallot and often shrimp paste or fish sauce. Nutritionally, Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) is an oil-forward condiment, containing about 45g of fat per 100g, which makes it calorie-dense; those fats include unsaturated varieties such as monounsaturated fats and omega‑3s, and it can also contribute notable sodium when used liberally. In practical terms, it delivers concentrated flavor and beneficial unsaturated fats, but because of its energy density you may want to use it as a flavoring rather than a main ingredient or choose reduced-oil versions if watching calories or sodium.

Lactose free · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~1.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

E+

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

460 kcal

23% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

2 g

4% RDI

Fat

45 g

6g sat fat

Carbs

12 g

4% RDI

Sugar

8 g

16% RDI

Fiber

3 g

10% RDI

Salt

3 g

60% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

E+ · 3.2 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) healthy?

Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) is rated E+ on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay)?

Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) lactose free?

Yes, Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay)?

100g of Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) contains 460 kcal, 2g protein, 12g carbohydrates, 45g fat, and 3g fiber.

Q.04Is Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) gluten free?

Yes, Sa Tế (Vietnamese Chili Satay) is gluten free.

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