How to Make Thai Peanut Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

One of the most popular dressings in Thai cuisine is the delicious and versatile Thai Peanut Dressing. This creamy and flavorful dressing is a staple in many Thai dishes, adding a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes. It's often used to dress salads, drizzle over grilled meats, or as a dipping sauce for spring rolls and satay.

The key ingredients in Thai Peanut Dressing are peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, and a combination of spices like ginger, garlic...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ½ cup cold water
  • 1 cup warm water
  • ½ cup smooth peanut butter
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • ¼ cup chopped peanuts (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 2 1/2 cups

  • Dissolve cornstarch in cold water.
  • Whisk warm water, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and sesame oil together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then cook, whisking constantly, until sugar has dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and simmer until thick, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Spoon sauce into a serving bowl and garnish with peanuts and mint. Serve warm.
  • Nutrition

    65 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 152mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 62mg