Thai Peanut Dressing

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Description

This makes a great sweet and savory sauce or salad dressing like the ones served at restaurants. It makes a great dip for fresh Thai or Vietnamese spring rolls. It’s easy to make and I usually have all the ingredients in my cupboard. Garnish with mint leaves and chopped peanuts if desired.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Dissolve the cornstarch in 1/2 cup of cold water; set aside.
  2. Whisk together the soy sauce
  3. peanut butter
  4. brown sugar
  5. white vinegar
  6. sesame oil
  7. and 1 cup warm water in a small saucepan over medium heat; simmer and stir until sugar has dissolved. Stir in the cornstarch mixture; simmer until the sauce is thick
  8. 1 or 2 minutes. Serve warm. Garnish with chopped peanuts and mint leaves as desired.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 20 mins

Servings: 20

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