Indonesian Peanut Sauce
4 servings
30 minutes
Indonesian peanut sauce is the soul of Indonesian cuisine, infused with rich flavors and aromas. Its history traces back to street food traditions where it is an essential complement to satay and vegetable dishes. This sauce combines the sweetness of peanut paste, a hint of garlic spiciness, the depth of shrimp paste, and the velvety tenderness of coconut milk. The taste is rich and creamy with perfectly balanced sweet, salty, and spicy notes. Indonesians use it not only for meat but also for rice, noodles, and fresh vegetables. Its thick, aromatic texture makes it a versatile sauce that adds exotic charm to every dish. Serve it warm – and it will reveal its full flavor potential.
1
Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency. Add lemon juice and mix.
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
2
Heat the peanut butter in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and shrimp paste. Fry for 1 minute, stirring, until the paste dissolves.
- Peanut oil: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Shrimp paste: 0.5 teaspoon
3
Add the remaining ingredients except for the lemon juice and bring to a boil.
- Water: 1 glass
- Coconut milk: 1 glass
- Soy sauce: 4 tablespoons
- Peanut butter: 6 tablespoons
- Brown sugar: 4 teaspoons
- Sambal oelek: 0.5 teaspoon