How to Make Thai-Style Peanut Sauce | Cooking Basics by Yummly

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers a similar flavor with less saturated fat.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and offers a similar umami flavor.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a distinct flavor.

Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, and coconut milk in a bowl.

Mix until smooth and well combined.

Add brown sugar, lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

Whisk together until the sugar is dissolved.

Stir in red pepper flakes for heat.

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

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