Thai Spicy Peanut Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
4%
Thai Spicy Peanut Sauce
15 min.
4
259kcal

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Craving a taste of Thailand? Look no further than this incredibly easy and flavorful Thai Spicy Peanut Sauce! Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free and dairy-free sauce is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, adding a vibrant kick to everything from grilled chicken and veggies to noodles and spring rolls.

As a cooking enthusiast, I'm always on the hunt for ways to elevate everyday meals with exciting flavors. This recipe does just that. The balance of sweet, spicy, salty, and tangy is simply irresistible. The creamy peanut butter base is perfectly complemented by the zesty lime juice, fragrant ginger and garlic (optional, but highly recommended!), and the subtle heat of red curry paste and chili sauce. We even top it off with freshly chopped peanuts.

What sets this recipe apart? It's quick, simple, and customizable! Adjust the amount of chili sauce to your spice preference, and don't be afraid to experiment with adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha for an extra kick. It's also surprisingly versatile. Ditch the store-bought sauces and whip up a batch of this magic in minutes. Trust me, once you try this, you'll be reaching for it constantly!

With just a few pantry staples, you can create a taste sensation that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Bangkok. So grab your frying pan, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar 
  • tablespoon chili sauce to taste (or )
  • 0.5 cup coconut milk 
  • tablespoons fish sauce 
  • teaspoons garlic grated
  • teaspoons ginger grated
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • 0.3 cup peanut butter 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 
  • tablespoon curry paste red
  • tablespoons rice vinegar 
  • tablespoons peanuts roasted chopped
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat, add the curry and saute until fragrant, about a minute.
  2. Add everything else and simmer to thicken it a bit, about 2-3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories259kcal
Protein11.03%
Fat67.69%
Carbs21.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.25
Glycemic Load
1.39
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.5134783490844%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:258.85kcal
12.94%
Fat:20.53g
31.59%
Saturated Fat:8.06g
50.4%
Carbohydrates:14.53g
4.84%
Net Carbohydrates:12.92g
4.7%
Sugar:9.08g
10.09%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1711.16mg
74.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.53g
15.06%
Manganese:0.68mg
34.22%
Magnesium:78.64mg
19.66%
Vitamin B3:3.83mg
19.17%
Vitamin E:2.11mg
14.07%
Vitamin A:621.63IU
12.43%
Phosphorus:119.97mg
12%
Iron:1.86mg
10.31%
Copper:0.2mg
10.22%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.76%
Folate:33.93µg
8.48%
Potassium:290.81mg
8.31%
Fiber:1.6g
6.41%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.15%
Vitamin C:4.03mg
4.89%
Calcium:41.86mg
4.19%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.98%
Selenium:2.72µg
3.88%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.66%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.62%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.08%