Tamarind Cashew Dipping Sauce

Elevate your dipping game with this irresistibly creamy Tamarind Cashew Dipping Sauce, a perfect blend of nutty, tangy, and savory flavors. Made with soaked raw cashews, tamarind paste, and a medley of vibrant ingredients like soy sauce, fresh ginger, and a hint of sesame oil, this sauce offers a delightful balance of richness and zesty brightness. A touch of honey adds natural sweetness, while red chili flakes provide a subtle kick of spice. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for pairing with spring rolls, drizzling over grain bowls, or using as a dip for fresh veggies. Gluten-free and dairy-free, it’s a wholesome, restaurant-quality condiment you’ll want to keep on hand.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste
• 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 clove Garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw cashews in a small bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, peel the garlic clove and grate the fresh ginger.

Step 3

Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender or food processor.

Step 4

Pour in 1/2 cup water and add tamarind paste, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, red chili flakes, and salt.

Step 5

Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time to reach the desired consistency.

Step 6

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more tamarind paste for tanginess or honey for sweetness.

Step 7

Transfer the sauce to a serving dish and serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	335.6 grams (335.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	849

Total Fat 56.30g	72%
Saturated Fat 9.80g	49%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1482mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate 75.00g	27%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 42.20g
Protein 23.30g	47%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 81mg	6%
Iron 9mg	49%
Potassium 1073mg	23%

*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: 56.3%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 33.3%