Peanut Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Peanut Sauce
45 min.
8
113kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your culinary creations with a rich and flavorful addition, this dairy-free peanut sauce is the perfect choice! With its harmonious blend of savory ingredients and a hint of sweetness, this sauce isn’t just a mere condiment; it’s a delightful experience that can transform ordinary dishes into extraordinary ones.

Imagine drizzling this luscious sauce over grilled chicken or roasted vegetables, tossing it with fresh salads, or using it as a dip for spring rolls. The nutty aroma of freshly fried peanuts combined with aromatic shallots, ginger, and garlic makes for an irresistible combination that’s both satisfying and versatile. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, ready in just 45 minutes! Perfect for gatherings, this recipe serves eight, making it ideal for family dinners or get-togethers with friends.

Not only is this peanut sauce dairy-free, accommodating various dietary preferences, but it also packs a nice caloric punch with only 113 calories per serving. With flavors that dance on your palate, it's hard to resist going back for more. So, gather your ingredients, and get ready to whip up a batch of this delightful peanut sauce that will enhance any meal with its amazing taste!

Ingredients

  • fillet anchovy minced drained
  • tablespoon brown sugar packed ()
  • tablespoons ginger fresh packed minced peeled ()
  •  garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon ground coriander 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • cup vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • large shallots thinly sliced
  • cup shells unsalted shelled
  • 2.8 cups water ()
  • 1.5 teaspoons frangelico 
  • 1.5 teaspoons frangelico 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Line baking sheet with paper towels.
  2. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add peanuts; fry until golden brown, watching closely to avoid burning, about 3 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer peanuts to paper towels; drain. Cool. Finely grind peanuts in processor. Discard all but 1 tablespoon oil in skillet.
  4. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add shallots, ginger and garlic; sauté until shallots are almost tender, 3 minutes.
  6. Add anchovies and next 5 ingredients; stir 1 minute.
  7. Add 2 3/4 cups water; simmer until shallots are tender, 5 minutes.
  8. Add peanuts; simmer until mixture thickens slightly, 5 minutes longer. Season with salt. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Before using, rewarm over low heat, stirring occasionally and adding more water to thin sauce.) Stir lemon juice into sauce.
  9. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories113kcal
Protein8.04%
Fat45.47%
Carbs46.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.25
Glycemic Load
4.21
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.7265217626548%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:112.52kcal
5.63%
Fat:5.77g
8.87%
Saturated Fat:0.98g
6.11%
Carbohydrates:13.27g
4.42%
Net Carbohydrates:12.39g
4.51%
Sugar:2.66g
2.95%
Cholesterol:0.9mg
0.3%
Sodium:299.23mg
13.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.29g
4.59%
Selenium:8.72µg
12.46%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.22%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.92%
Copper:0.07mg
3.53%
Phosphorus:35.03mg
3.5%
Fiber:0.87g
3.49%
Magnesium:12.52mg
3.13%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.13%
Vitamin C:2.47mg
2.99%
Iron:0.48mg
2.68%
Potassium:85.02mg
2.43%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.37%
Zinc:0.28mg
1.86%
Folate:6.55µg
1.64%
Calcium:16.28mg
1.63%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.41%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious