Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup unsweetened peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, water, garlic, ginger, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and heated through.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Preparation time is 5 minutes and cooking time is 10 minutes.
5. Temperature: Medium heat.
Serving size: This recipe makes about 2 cups of sauce, and a serving size is about 2 tablespoons.
Nutritional information: Each serving contains approximately 90 calories, 7g fat, 4g carbohydrates, 2g protein, and 1g fiber.
Substitutions for ingredients: You can use honey or maple syrup instead of brown sugar, and lemon juice instead of lime juice.
Variations: You can add chopped peanuts, cilantro, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks: If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water. If it's too thin, add a little more peanut butter.
Storage instructions: Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions: Reheat the sauce in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until heated through.
Presentation ideas: Serve the sauce in a small bowl with a spoon for dipping.
Garnishes: Garnish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, or red pepper flakes.
Pairings: This sauce pairs well with grilled chicken, beef, pork, or tofu.
Suggested side dishes: Serve with rice, noodles, or vegetables.
Troubleshooting advice: If the sauce separates, whisk it vigorously until it comes back together.
Food safety advice: Make sure to use clean utensils and cookware when making the sauce to prevent contamination.
Food history: Peanut satay sauce is a popular condiment in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Flavor profiles: This sauce is sweet, salty, and slightly spicy, with a rich and creamy peanut flavor.
Serving suggestions: Serve the sauce as a dipping sauce for skewered meats or vegetables, or as a sauce for stir-fries.
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Region: Thai