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Coconut Peanut SauceRecipe reprinted with permission from Feeding the Whole Family (third edition) by Cynthia Lair (Sasquatch Books, 2008)
A simple variation on the preceding recipe gives the sauce more of a “Thai” flavor. This sauce is sensational on cooked greens or noodles, essential for dipping Fresh Vegetable Spring Rolls.
¼ cup creamy peanut butter
2 teaspoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons tamari or shoyu
1 tablespoon brown rice vinegar
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
1-2 teaspoons hot pepper oil
½ cup coconut milk
Place all ingredients for sauce together in a small saucepan over medium to low heat. Whisk until smooth. Stir gently until sauce begins to thicken. Add water if needed to get desired consistency. Serve immediately.
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Makes 1 cup
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Amy Erlewine
This is the best peanut sauce I've ever had. Not too heavy but with lots of flavor. Yum!
September 2, 2008, 3:01 pm
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Si S
Hi Cynthia,
This is a great recipe! I was wondering how long the left over peanut sauce will keep in the refrigerator? What is its shelf life? Thank You Kindly, Si :)
January 13, 2009, 3:26 pm
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Missy Wahoo
This sauce was quite tasty. I substituted no-sugar-added maple-flavored syrup (because I have to), and made a double batch, using a full can of Trader Joe's light coconut milk. Along with it, we had bone-in grilled chicken thighs, steamed spinach, and rice. Excellent!
September 5, 2009, 8:15 pm
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Julie
YUM! I have made quite a few things out of your book/from your website and I just had to write again to say that this peanut sauce is incredible. Thank you so much for all the great ideas for incorporating more whole foods into my family's diet.
October 28, 2009, 2:17 pm
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Chana Dabah
hi! wondering... if I were to prepare this in advance, can I just blend it up in a vitamix and store in the fridge? Do I have to warm it in a pan?
Thanks!
February 3, 2010, 5:11 pm
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Cynthia Lair
Chana,
The warning makes the flavor of the ingredients meld. Don't see why you couldn't vitamix and store (great idea!), but I'd warm to marry flavors before serving.
February 3, 2010, 5:28 pm
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