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Satay Peanut Sauce

Satay Peanut Sauce

Singaporean
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26 minutes
4 people
Easy≤30 min & ≤6 steps

26 min · 6 steps

Easy: ≤30 min and ≤6 steps

210 kcalper person
Protein 6g
Carbs 12g
Fats 16g

About this dish

A thick, glossy dip of ground roasted peanuts simmered with coconut milk, palm sugar and tamarind until it clings to a skewer — the essential partner to any plate of satay.

Allergy Info

Peanuts

Diet Info

Vegan

Ingredients

Fresh Produce

  • Shallotsroughly chopped3 whole
  • Garlic clovesroughly chopped3 cloves

Tins & Jars

  • Coconut Milk300 ml
  • Tamarind Paste1 tbsp

Dried Goods

  • Roasted peanuts200 g
  • Palm sugargrated40 g

Spices & Seasonings

  • Dried Red Chilliessoaked and drained4 whole
  • Fine sea salt0.5 tsp

Oils & Condiments

  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp

Utensils

  • Food processor
  • Blender
  • Saucepan

Method

1

Pulse the roasted peanuts in a food processor until coarsely ground, leaving some texture, then set aside.

Approx. 3 minutes
2

Blend the soaked chillies, shallots and garlic with a splash of water to a smooth paste.

Approx. 4 minutes
3

Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat and fry the paste, stirring often, until fragrant and the oil separates, about 6 minutes.

Approx. 6 minutes
4

Stir in the coconut milk, palm sugar and tamarind paste and bring to a gentle simmer.

Approx. 3 minutes
5

Add the ground peanuts and simmer, stirring frequently, for 8 minutes until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Approx. 8 minutes
6

Season with the salt to taste, then remove from the heat and cool slightly before serving.

Approx. 2 minutes