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Best Peanut Sauce Recipe

This peanut sauce recipe is fast and easy to make for a super smooth and creamy sauce that tastes even better than most Thai restaurants!
Course Sauces and Condiments
Cuisine Thai
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 124kcal
Author Christy Gurin

Ingredients

  • 1 cup lite coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter
  • 1 tsp. minced ginger
  • 1 Tbsp. coconut sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. Thai red curry paste (if you don't want it spicy, only add 1/2 Tbsp.)
  • 1/2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 Tbsp. soy sauce (or tamari if gluten free)
  • 1/2 Tbsp. lime juice
  • 1/4 cup water
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Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in a small sauce pan over medium-low heat and bring to a low simmer. 
  • Simmer while whisking or stirring continuously for approximately 5 minutes. During this time, add water if sauce is too thick (normally about ¼ cup depending on actual cooking time and consistency). 
  • Remove from heat and serve. 

Notes

*Peanut sauce will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to five days. When reheating, add water to thin out if needed. 

Nutrition

Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 167mg | Potassium: 93mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 390IU | Vitamin C: 0.6mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg