Peanut Sauce for Grilled Chicken Satays
Elevate your grilled chicken satays with this luscious homemade peanut sauce, a perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors. Made with rich peanut butter, velvety coconut milk, and a hint of lime, this versatile sauce is brightened by freshly grated ginger and minced garlic for an aromatic kick. A touch of Sriracha adds just the right amount of heat, while brown sugar brings a subtle sweetness that rounds out the flavor profile. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy peanut sauce is ideal for dipping, drizzling, or even using as a marinade. Whether served warm or at room temperature, it’s the ultimate pairing to transform your satays into a culinary delight. Perfect for quick dinners, meal prep, or as a party appetizer, this sauce will become your go-to for adding a touch of Southeast Asian-inspired flair to your dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili paste
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the peanut butter and coconut milk over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add the soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and Sriracha or chili paste to the saucepan. Whisk everything together until smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help to meld the flavors.
If the sauce is too thick, add the water gradually, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
Optional: Stir in sesame oil for an additional layer of flavor.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the peanut sauce cool slightly before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature with grilled chicken satays, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.9 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2913 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.7 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.0 g | ||
| Protein | 64.4 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1999 mg | 43% | |
*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.
