Peanut Sauce

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Peanut Sauce
45 min.
8
102kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your meals with a burst of flavor, this Peanut Sauce is the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. Not only is it vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also packs a delightful punch of taste that will leave your taste buds dancing. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up this creamy, rich sauce in under 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests.

This versatile sauce is a fantastic companion for a variety of dishes. Drizzle it over fresh salads, use it as a dip for crunchy vegetables, or toss it with noodles for a quick and satisfying meal. The combination of zesty lime juice, aromatic garlic, and spicy red pepper flakes creates a harmonious balance that complements the nutty flavor of creamy peanut butter. Plus, with only 102 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

What’s more, this Peanut Sauce can be prepared in advance, allowing you to save time without sacrificing flavor. Make it up to three days ahead, store it in the fridge, and simply bring it to room temperature before serving. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen novice, this recipe is sure to impress and become a staple in your home. Dive into the world of bold flavors and enjoy the delightful experience of homemade Peanut Sauce!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoons pepper red crushed
  • teaspoon brown sugar light packed ()
  • tablespoons soy sauce reduced-sodium
  • small garlic clove 
  •  ginger peeled
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. With motor running, drop ginger and
  2. garlic clove into a blender and
  3. blend until finely chopped.
  4. Add peanut
  5. butter, soy sauce, lime juice, brown
  6. sugar, red pepper flakes, and 1/3 cup
  7. water and blend, adding more water
  8. by tablespoonfuls if needed to thin,
  9. until smooth. DO AHEAD: Peanut sauce
  10. can be made 3 days ahead.
  11. Transfer
  12. to a small bowl, cover, and chill. Bring
  13. to room temperature before using.

Nutrition Facts

Calories102kcal
Protein14.75%
Fat67.83%
Carbs17.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.38
Glycemic Load
0.45
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.5500000145124%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.17mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:102.35kcal
5.12%
Fat:8.27g
12.72%
Saturated Fat:1.63g
10.21%
Carbohydrates:4.78g
1.59%
Net Carbohydrates:3.92g
1.43%
Sugar:2.25g
2.5%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:214.56mg
9.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.05g
8.09%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.17%
Vitamin B3:2.21mg
11.05%
Vitamin E:1.52mg
10.11%
Magnesium:30.77mg
7.69%
Phosphorus:62.65mg
6.26%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.31%
Folate:15.94µg
3.99%
Copper:0.07mg
3.71%
Fiber:0.86g
3.43%
Potassium:114.24mg
3.26%
Zinc:0.45mg
3.02%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.47%
Iron:0.36mg
2%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.91%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.7%
Selenium:0.76µg
1.09%
Calcium:10.8mg
1.08%
Source:Epicurious