Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Dipping Sauce For Fresh Spring Rolls Recipe

Elevate your fresh Vietnamese spring rolls with this incredibly flavorful peanut dipping sauce! Adapted from renowned culinary expert Nicole Routhier's "Foods of Vietnam," this recipe delivers a rich, savory, and slightly sweet experience. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive appetizer, this sauce is easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Gluten-free options available using brands like Kame or Premier Japan hoisin sauce.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 141.3 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.2 (18 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Dipping Sauce For Fresh Spring Rolls

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How to Make Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Dipping Sauce For Fresh Spring Rolls

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tablespoon chili paste.
  2. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until garlic is fragrant and golden brown. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon of tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  4. Add ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth, ¼ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup creamy peanut butter, and ¼ cup hoisin sauce. Whisk vigorously until the peanut butter is completely smooth and the sauce is well combined.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken slightly as it simmers.
  6. Remove from heat and garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped roasted peanuts before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

8g

Carbs

3g