Side Dish: Thailand – ซอสถั่วลิสง ▶ Sot Thua Lisong (Classic Thai Peanut Sauce)

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 0 min

Total 10 min

Ingredients

1 / 2 cup (120 ml) creamy peanut butter
2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
1 tbsp (15 ml) hoisin sauce
2 tsp (10 ml) rice vinegar
Juice of 1 lime
1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar
1 tsp (5 ml) chili garlic sauce or Sriracha (optional, for spice)
1 / 4 cup (60 ml) warm water
Chopped peanuts (for garnish)

Instructions

1. **Mix Ingredients**: In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, brown sugar, and chili garlic sauce. Stir until smooth.
2. **Adjust Consistency**: Gradually add the warm water to the sauce, stirring continuously until you achieve your desired consistency. If the sauce is too thick, add more warm water, one tablespoon at a time.
3. **Serve and Garnish**: Pour the peanut sauce into a serving bowl and garnish with chopped peanuts. Serve alongside Thai fresh spring rolls for dipping.