Thai Peanut Dressing

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Servings: 20
Yield: 20 servings

Description

Use this easy recipe to make Thai peanut dressing with peanut butter and other pantry items, then use it for dipping appetizers or dressing a salad.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup cold water
1 cup warm water
1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves

Directions

1 Dissolve cornstarch in cold water.
2 Whisk warm water, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and sesame oil together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then cook, whisking constantly, until sugar has dissolved, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and simmer until thick, 1 to 2 minutes.
3 Spoon sauce into a serving bowl and garnish with peanuts and mint. Serve warm.