Description
This homemade peanut sauce recipe combines creamy coconut milk and natural peanut butter with a blend of tangy and savory ingredients to create a rich, flavorful sauce perfect for dipping, drizzling, or cooking. Ready in just 15 minutes, it offers a delightful balance of sweet, spicy, and umami flavors, making it versatile for Asian-inspired dishes and beyond.
Ingredients
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Peanut Sauce Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk
- ¾ cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup water (plus more as needed)
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the coconut milk, natural peanut butter, water, sugar, apple cider vinegar, red curry paste, soy sauce, and salt to the pan.
- Heat and Stir: Stir the mixture frequently as it heats, ensuring the ingredients combine well and prevent sticking. Continue until the sauce reaches a boil.
- Thicken the Sauce: Once boiling, the sauce will begin to thicken and become smooth. Keep stirring to create a uniform consistency.
- Adjust Consistency: If the sauce is too thick, gradually add more water to reach your desired consistency, stirring continuously to blend.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat once the sauce is smooth and thickened. Serve warm or let cool for use as a dipping sauce or dressing.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter without added sugars for a more authentic flavor.
- Adjust the sugar and soy sauce quantities to balance sweetness and saltiness to your taste.
- For a spicier sauce, increase the amount of red curry paste slightly.
- If a thinner sauce is preferred for drizzling, add more water gradually while stirring.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: peanut sauce, homemade peanut sauce, peanut butter sauce, coconut milk sauce, Asian peanut sauce, dipping sauce, easy peanut sauce
