Thai Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds
• 1 clove garlic (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon ginger (peeled and grated)
• 1 Thai chili (chopped)
• 2 teaspoon tamarind paste
• 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter
• 400 ml coconut milk

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small pan over medium heat, add turmeric powder, chili powder, ground cumin and coriander seeds. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

2. 2

   Turn the heat off and transfer the spices to a spice grinder, small blender or pestle and mortar. Add the remaining ingredients for the paste and blend.

3. 3

   In a small pot over medium heat, add coconut milk and paste and whisk until the past has dissolved. Heat the coconut milk until hot (but not bubbling) and transfer to a bowl.

4. 4

   Serve the Thai peanut sauce with vegetables and skewers or use it as a sauce for a stir fry. It’s delicious over rice!