Indonesian Peanut Sauce

Dive into the rich, bold flavors of this authentic Indonesian Peanut Sauce—a perfect blend of creamy peanut butter, velvety coconut milk, and tangy lime juice, balanced with a touch of brown sugar and a hint of heat from chili paste. This quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and offers a versatile, nutty sauce that’s ideal for drizzling over grilled meats, stirring into noodle dishes, or serving as a savory dip for spring rolls or roasted veggies. Garnished with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro, this luscious sauce captures the essence of Southeast Asian cuisine. Customize the spice level to your liking and enjoy this restaurant-worthy staple from the comfort of your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 0.75 cup Coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Chili paste or Sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Crushed peanuts (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter and coconut milk over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined, about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Add the soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili paste, and water to the saucepan. Whisk thoroughly to incorporate all the ingredients.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to the desired consistency.

Step 4

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more lime juice for tanginess, chili paste for heat, or brown sugar for sweetness.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly. If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with a small amount of water or coconut milk, mixing until smooth.

Step 6

Transfer the peanut sauce to a serving bowl. Garnish with crushed peanuts and cilantro if desired.

Step 7

Serve warm or at room temperature as a dip, sauce, or dressing. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	562.6 grams (562.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1625

Total Fat 126.10g	162%
Saturated Fat 23.40g	117%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2883mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 85.30g	31%
Dietary Fiber 16.70g	60%
Total Sugars 45.10g
Protein 66.40g	133%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 210mg	16%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1926mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 19.6%