Dutch Satékroket
Quick answer
A medium portion of Dutch Satékroket (100 g) contains 265 kcal, with 22.2 g of net carbohydrates and 9.5 g of protein.
- Carbs24 g36.3%
- Protein9.5 g14.4%
- Fat14.5 g49.3%
- Fibre1.8 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
How many calories are in a satékroket?
In any Dutch snack bar, the wall of food vending hatches (the automatiek) is sure to have croquettes 😄 The satékroket is an Indonesian-Dutch version: pieces of chicken in peanut sauce, rolled, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried. One croquette (about 100 g) has about 265 calories, with about 15 g of fat and 10 g of protein.
Does a satékroket raise blood sugar?
There is no published measurement of the glycemic index of croquettes, so we will not give you a number of our own.
What we do know is that its available carbohydrate is moderate (about 22 g per croquette), coming from the breadcrumbs and the flour in the filling, and the fat from frying slows absorption. But note that a croquette usually comes in a white bun (broodje kroket), and then the load is much higher.
Where are the hidden calories?
- Deep-frying: the breadcrumbs soak up oil.
- The peanut sauce inside, which is rich.
- The white bun and the mayonnaise or mustard that come with it.
How to eat it smartly
- One croquette without the bun, with mustard instead of mayonnaise.
- With a salad instead of fries.
- Keep it as an occasional snack, not a daily lunch.
Lighter alternatives
- Instead of a broodje kroket with fries: one croquette with a salad.
- If you want the satay flavour in something lighter: grilled chicken satay skewers. Read also: Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 265 kcal | 265 kcal |
| Protein | 9.5 g | 9.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 24 g | 24 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 22.2 g |
| Sugar | not available | — |
| Fat | 14.5 g | 14.5 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1.8 g | 1.8 g |
| Glycemic index | Not available | |
| Glycemic load | Not available | |
| Insulin index | not tested | |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 265 kcal per 100 g, ranking 17 of 31 in Fast food (lowest first).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a satékroket?
One croquette (about 100 g) has about 265 calories.
Does a croquette raise blood sugar?
There is no published measurement of its index. It has a moderate amount of carbohydrate, but the white bun served with it is what raises the load.
Is a croquette suitable for weight loss?
As a rare snack, yes, without the bun and without mayonnaise.
What is the difference between a kroket and a frikandel?
A kroket is a soft filling (ragout) coated in breadcrumbs, and a frikandel is a minced-meat sausage without a coating.
Read also
- HbA1c & Insulin Resistance: Comprehensive Clinical GuideArticle
- Prediabetes: How to Stop the Train and Lower Your HbA1cGuide
References & Scientific Sources
- There is no published glycemic index measurement for croquettes, and no comparable measured food that can be relied on for an estimate.
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Medically reviewed by Dr. Wassim Habib | Founder, WiBo Health · 31 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.