Indonesian Peanut Sauce Recipe 🥜🍲
Overview:
- Name: Indonesian Peanut Sauce
- Category: Sauces
- Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, Indonesian, Asian, High Protein, High In…, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 488.9 per serving
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (1 review)
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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1/2 | Onion |
1 | Garlic clove |
1 | Peanut butter |
1/2 | Brown sugar |
1/2 | Salt |
1 | Soy sauce |
1 | Vinegar |
To taste | Water |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather 1/2 onion, 1 garlic clove, 1 cup of peanut butter, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, and water to taste.
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Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the onion (finely chopped), minced garlic, peanut butter, brown sugar, salt, soy sauce, and vinegar. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
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Adjust Consistency: Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring continuously, until you reach your desired consistency. If you prefer a thicker sauce, use less water; for a thinner consistency, add more water.
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Cook Sauce: Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and cook over medium heat. Allow the sauce to simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until it becomes bubbly and slightly thickened. This typically takes about 10 minutes.
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Serve: Once the sauce has reached the desired consistency, remove it from heat. Serve the Indonesian Peanut Sauce hot over rice and/or vegetables for a delicious and flavorful meal.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 488.9
- Fat: 32.5g
- Saturated Fat: 6.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 681.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 40.6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 32.8g
- Protein: 16.5g
Chef’s Tips:
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Customize: Adjust the sweetness and saltiness according to your taste preferences. You can also add chili sauce or chili flakes for a spicy kick.
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Storage: Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat before serving.
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Versatile: This peanut sauce pairs well with grilled meats, tofu, or even as a dip for spring rolls or satay skewers.
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Authentic Flavor: For a truly authentic Indonesian taste, consider using Indonesian sweet soy sauce (kecap manis) instead of regular soy sauce.
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Texture: If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend the ingredients in a food processor or blender before cooking.
Indonesian Peanut Sauce is a versatile and flavorful condiment that adds a delicious touch to a variety of dishes. Whether you’re enjoying it over rice, noodles, or grilled vegetables, its rich and nutty flavor is sure to impress your taste buds! 🇮🇩🥜