Best 3 Best Peanut Sauce Recipes

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If you're craving a tantalizing and versatile sauce that can transform any dish into a culinary masterpiece, look no further than the captivating world of peanut sauces. These sauces, hailing from diverse culinary traditions across the globe, have captivated taste buds for centuries with their enchanting blend of flavors, textures, and aromas. Whether you seek a creamy and satiny sauce to accompany your favorite noodles or a spicy and piquant dip to enhance your appetizers, there's a peanut sauce recipe waiting to ignite your palate and leave you yearning for more.

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THE BEST THAI PEANUT SAUCE



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This easy no-cook peanut sauce has a terrific authentic Thai taste. It is spicy and peanutty, and is perfect as a dipping sauce for chicken, shrimp, and beef...or even to use tossed with warm cooked noodles for a quick pasta dish.

Provided by Stephanie Morissette

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups creamy peanut butter
½ cup coconut milk
3 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the peanut butter, coconut milk, water, lime juice, soy sauce, fish sauce, hot sauce, ginger, and garlic. Mix in the cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 373.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

BEST PEANUT SAUCE



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Easiest peanut sauce for Chinese style cooking

Provided by sal

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup crunchy peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 drops hot pepper sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup water

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, hot pepper sauce and garlic until well mixed. Gradually stir in water until texture is smooth and creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 610.7 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

THE BEST THAI CURRY-PEANUT SAUCE



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I received a basic thai peanut sauce recipe from a very kind friend back in Oregon who worked at a popular Thai restaurant there and modified it with my own taste. Made this a lot of times and always got rave reviews, try it and you won't regret it!

Provided by The_Martins

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 ½ tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 ¼ cups creamy peanut butter
¾ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
3 (13.5 ounce) cans coconut milk

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, and cook until the aroma of the garlic has mellowed, about 1 minute. Add the red curry paste, and stir for 1 minute more. Whisk in the peanut butter, brown sugar, chili powder, cayenne pepper, fish sauce, sesame oil, and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer, whisking occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and is smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 100.5 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

Tips:

  • Use creamy peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter will give you a smoother sauce than crunchy peanut butter.
  • Use a food processor or blender: A food processor or blender will help you get a smooth and consistent sauce.
  • Add some heat: If you like your sauce spicy, add some chili peppers, cayenne pepper, or Sriracha sauce.
  • Add some sweetness: If you like your sauce sweet, add some honey, brown sugar, or maple syrup.
  • Add some acidity: If you want to brighten up the flavor of your sauce, add some lime juice or vinegar.
  • Garnish your sauce: Serve your sauce with some chopped peanuts, cilantro, or green onions.

Conclusion:

Peanut sauce is a versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's great on chicken, pork, beef, tofu, and vegetables. It can also be used as a dipping sauce or a marinade. No matter how you use it, peanut sauce is sure to be a hit!

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