Low Carb Creamy Coconut Sauce
Dive into the rich and indulgent flavors of this Low Carb Creamy Coconut Sauce, a versatile and keto-friendly addition to your favorite dishes. Made with full-fat coconut milk and coconut cream, this luscious sauce is infused with the aromatic essence of garlic and ginger, balanced with a zesty kick of lime juice and zest. A touch of red chili flakes adds gentle heat, while fresh cilantro brightens every bite. Perfect for drizzling over grilled chicken, fish, or steamed vegetables, this quick 25-minute recipe is as easy to make as it is satisfying. With only 15 minutes of cook time and no added sugar, it's the ultimate creamy, low-carb condiment that transforms any meal into a tropical delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 ml coconut milk (full fat)
- 100 ml coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the butter and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, ensuring the garlic does not burn.
Pour in the coconut milk and coconut cream, stirring to combine with the garlic and ginger.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to reduce slightly for about 5-7 minutes while stirring occasionally.
Add the lime juice, lime zest, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Stir to combine all the flavors.
Continue to simmer for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Remove from heat and stir in the fresh chopped cilantro.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Serve the creamy coconut sauce over grilled fish, chicken, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.0 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.9 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1284 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.7 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*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.
