Asian Peanut Sauce

Dipping Sauces
Makes about 1 cup
Asian Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

  • 4 thin slices peeled fresh ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup toasted dark sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
  • 5 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 4 drops Asian chili oil, or to taste

Directions

  1. Chop the Aromatics

    Put ginger and garlic in blender and pulse to chop; scrape bowl.
  2. Blend the Sauce

    Add remaining ingredients except chili oil in the order listed and blend 20–30 seconds.
  3. Season to Taste

    Add chili oil to taste and process 5 seconds. Use immediately or refrigerate up to 5 days. Bring chilled sauce to room temperature before using.

Approximate Nutrition — Per Serving

NutritionAmount
Calories~50
Protein~1 g
Total carbohydrates~4 g
Fiber~0 g
Net carbohydrates~4 g
Fat~4 g
Saturated fat~1 g

Estimated from the listed ingredients. Assumes about 8 servings (2 Tbsp).