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Thai Peanut Dressing

Thai Peanut Dressing: Creamy, Easy Flavor for Any Meal

Experience the delightful explosion of flavors with this Thai Peanut Dressing, perfect for enhancing any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy base, can be natural or sweetened
  • 1/4 cup water or coconut milk, adjust for thickness
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or fish sauce, use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or cider vinegar or lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey or palm sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chili sauce or to taste, can add Birds eye chilies
  • 1 clove garlic grated
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts chopped, for garnish
  • toasted sesame oil optional for aromatic nuttiness
  • cilantro optional, can substitute parsley

Equipment

  • Blender or Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Thai Peanut Dressing
  1. In a blender or food processor, add peanut butter, water (or coconut milk), soy sauce (or fish sauce), and rice vinegar. Blend on medium speed for about 30 seconds until well combined and smooth.
  2. Add brown sugar (or honey) and chili sauce into the mixture. Blend for 15-20 seconds to meld flavors.
  3. Incorporate grated garlic and ginger into the blender. Blend for another 10-15 seconds until fully mixed.
  4. Check the dressing’s thickness; add more water or coconut milk if needed for pourable consistency.
  5. Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired. Blend for 5-10 seconds to mix any additions.
  6. If desired, stir in chopped roasted peanuts and a drizzle of toasted sesame oil. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for blending. Adjust flavors as preferred and consider garnishing with fresh herbs before serving.

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