Thai Peanut Curry Sauce
Elevate your meals with this velvety Thai Peanut Curry Sauce, a harmonious blend of creamy peanut butter, rich coconut milk, and the bold, aromatic kick of red curry paste. Bursting with layers of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors enhanced by fresh ginger, garlic, and a splash of lime juice, this sauce strikes the perfect balance for any dish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, it's ideal for drizzling over noodles, rice, or roasted vegetables, transforming a simple dinner into a restaurant-quality experience. Garnish with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro for a vibrant, textural finish, and enjoy this versatile, crowd-pleasing recipe that's both pantry-friendly and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for fans of Thai cuisine, this sauce is a must-try addition to your favorite mealtime recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Coconut milk (full-fat)
- 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Crushed peanuts (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the red curry paste and cook for another minute to release its aromas.
Add the coconut milk and peanut butter. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cook the sauce for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and mix in the freshly squeezed lime juice.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed (add more soy sauce, lime juice, or sugar, depending on your preference).
Serve warm over vegetables, noodles, or rice. Optionally, garnish with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.9 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.1 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2316 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.3 g | ||
| Protein | 42.3 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 1728 mg | 37% | |
*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.
