Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon tamarind paste (optional, for a touch of tanginess)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 cup water (adjust as needed for desired consistency)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts (for garnish)
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
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Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, peanut butter, red curry paste, brown sugar, fish sauce, tamarind paste (if using), soy sauce, and ground cumin. Mix these together until smooth.
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Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent the sauce from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
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Adjust Consistency: As the sauce begins to warm and ingredients meld together, assess the thickness. Add up to 1/4 cup of water if the sauce is too thick, stirring well to incorporate.
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Add Lime Juice: After the sauce has simmered for about 5 to 10 minutes and the flavors have combined nicely, remove from heat and stir in the lime juice. Adjust the lime juice according to taste, adding more if you prefer a tangier sauce.
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Garnish and Serve: Pour the sauce into a serving bowl. Sprinkle the top with crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro for added flavor and a beautiful presentation.
Notes
Serve this savory peanut sauce with chicken, beef, or tofu satay.
It can also be used as a dressing for Thai salads or as a delicious dip for fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 10min
- Category: Sides
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2tbs
- Calories: 190kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg