Thai-Style Peanut Sauce

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 2
Spicy and Creamy Thai-Style Peanut Sauce
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Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice wine
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup coconut milk
3/4 cup peanut butter
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon minced pickled ginger
1/2 teaspoon fish sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
290
Sugar
12g
Fat
24g
Thai-style peanut sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment originating from Thailand. It is served alongside grilled or sauteed meats, vegetables, or noodles. In this recipe, the sauce blends the sweetness of sugar and richness of coconut milk with the saltiness of soy sauce and the spiciness of chili sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This sauce can be customized to your liking. You can make it spicier by adding more chili sauce, or sweeter with extra brown sugar. It can also be thinned out using extra coconut milk if required. Enjoy the sauce and experiment with different dishes to add some flavor and heat to your meal.

Instructions

1.In a pan, add brown sugar, rice wine, and rice wine vinegar. Heat until the sugar dissolves completely.
2.Add coconut milk, peanut butter, curry powder, and soy sauce. Stir well until the peanut butter is well blended.
3.Add minced ginger, garlic, chili sauce, fish sauce, and sesame oil.
4.Cook over low heat until the sauce is heated through and reaches the desired consistency. Stir occasionally while cooking.

PROS

This spicy and creamy sauce is perfect for adding flavor to grilled meats, vegetables, or noodles.
It’s vegan-friendly, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

CONS

If you have a peanut allergy, you should avoid this recipe.
The sauce is high in calories and fat because of the peanut butter and coconut milk, so it should be used in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Peanut butter and coconut milk are both high in healthy fats and calories. However, they are also rich in vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber, supporting healthy digestion and overall health. Ginger and garlic have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties, aiding in fighting off infections and diseases. Sesame oil is a great source of essential fatty acids, and also supports skin health and healthy immune system.

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