Indonesian Peanut Sauce
Dive into the rich, bold flavors of this authentic Indonesian Peanut Sauce—a perfect blend of creamy peanut butter, velvety coconut milk, and tangy lime juice, balanced with a touch of brown sugar and a hint of heat from chili paste. This quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and offers a versatile, nutty sauce that’s ideal for drizzling over grilled meats, stirring into noodle dishes, or serving as a savory dip for spring rolls or roasted veggies. Garnished with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro, this luscious sauce captures the essence of Southeast Asian cuisine. Customize the spice level to your liking and enjoy this restaurant-worthy staple from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.75 cup Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon Chili paste or Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 0.25 cup Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Crushed peanuts (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter and coconut milk over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined, about 2 minutes.
Add the soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili paste, and water to the saucepan. Whisk thoroughly to incorporate all the ingredients.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to the desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more lime juice for tanginess, chili paste for heat, or brown sugar for sweetness.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly. If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with a small amount of water or coconut milk, mixing until smooth.
Transfer the peanut sauce to a serving bowl. Garnish with crushed peanuts and cilantro if desired.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a dip, sauce, or dressing. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.1 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.4 g | 117% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2883 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.1 g | ||
| Protein | 66.4 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1926 mg | 41% | |
*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.
