Homemade Satay Sauce
Indulge your taste buds with this rich and creamy Homemade Satay Sauce, a blend of classic Southeast Asian flavors that's irresistibly nutty, spicy, and tangy. Crafted with creamy peanut butter, luscious coconut milk, and zesty lime juice, this quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Aromatic garlic, grated ginger, and a kick of red chili paste elevate this sauce into a delectable balance of sweet, savory, and spicy. Whether you serve it as a dipping sauce for skewered meats, a drizzle over noodles, or a complement to roasted vegetables, this versatile satay sauce is sure to become your go-to condiment. Perfectly customizable to your taste, it's a flavorful addition to elevate your next meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1.5 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon red chili paste
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the creamy peanut butter and coconut milk over low heat.
Stir continuously until the peanut butter and coconut milk have combined into a smooth blend.
Add in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice, stirring to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Toss in the minced garlic, red chili paste, and grated ginger, continuing to stir.
Gradually add the water to the mixture, adjusting the amount to reach desired consistency.
Increase the heat to medium and allow the sauce to simmer gently for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice or soy sauce to balance the flavors according to preference.
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, remove it from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a dipping sauce or drizzle over your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.8 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1997 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.6 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1106 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
