Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe

Name: Spicy Peanut Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 scallions, chopped fine; 1 garlic clove, chopped fine; 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh gingerroot; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar; 3 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 scallions, chopped fine
1 garlic clove, chopped fine
1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh gingerroot
1 cup water
1/2 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes

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In a saucepan heat oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook scallions, garlic and ginger, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer, stirring. Simmer sauce, stirring, until smooth and cool to room temperature. Sauce may be made up to 3 days ahead and chilled, covered. If sauce is too thick after chilling, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons hot water until sauce reaches desired consistency.
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Serve sauce with grilled poultry or meat, on noodles, or as a dressing for spinach salad.
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Gourmet
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April 1996

336

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 3 scallions, chopped fine, 1 garlic clove, chopped fine, 1 tablespoon finely grated peeled fresh gingerroot, and more.

Yes, Spicy Peanut Sauce falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spicy Peanut Sauce

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