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Creamy Vegan Peanut Sauce – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Creamy Vegan Peanut Sauce

This incredibly creamy and versatile vegan peanut sauce comes together in minutes and instantly elevates any dish. It strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy, making it the ultimate companion for everything from noodle bowls and fresh spring rolls to grilled tofu
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 169
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp (10 ml) peanut oil
  • 1 large shallot, minced, about ¼ cup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced, about 1 tsp (5 ml)
  • ¾ tsp red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup light coconut milk
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 Tbs low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) dark brown sugar
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) fresh lime juice
  • For a thinner, dressing-like consistency, simply whisk in more water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired texture.
  • The sauce will thicken considerably as it cools and in the refrigerator. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of water to loosen it up before serving.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the low-sodium soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
  • Use a good quality, natural creamy peanut butter (the kind with only peanuts and salt as ) for the best flavor and texture.

Method
 

  1. Heat the peanut oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the minced shallot and sauté for 2 minutes until it begins to soften.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in the creamy peanut butter, light coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water.
  5. Continue whisking until the sauce is completely smooth.
  6. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
  7. Let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, as it thickens.
  8. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fresh lime juice.
  9. Serve immediately while warm, or let it cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken as it cools.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 14g

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