Satay Peanut Sauce Nam Jim Satay Recipe

Unlock the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this authentic Satay Peanut Sauce (Nam Jim Satay)! This incredibly easy recipe, inspired by thaitable.com, creates a rich and creamy dipping sauce perfect for chicken or pork satay. Made with readily available ingredients (easily sourced from your local Asian grocery or online), this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving the taste of authentic Thai cuisine. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this incredibly flavorful and addictive sauce in just 15 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 197.4 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Satay Peanut Sauce Nam Jim Satay

  • Tamarind Paste
  • Sugar
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or 1 tablespoon vegetarian fish sauce alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk

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How to Make Satay Peanut Sauce Nam Jim Satay

  1. Add 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk to a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Once warm, stir in 2 tablespoons red curry paste until well combined.
  3. Continue heating until the oil from the curry paste begins to separate from the sauce (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Add the remaining ingredients: 1/4 cup peanut butter, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or vegetarian alternative), 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger. Whisk until completely smooth.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve warm with your favorite satay skewers.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

48g

Carbs

4g

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