Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe-February 2024-www.zdask.com

　　An accompaniment to Herb Salad Spring Rolls.

　　Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Ingredients

Makes about 1 cup

　　3 garlic cloves, minced

　　1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes, or to taste

　　1 tablespoon vegetable oil

　　1 tablespoon tomato paste

　　3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

　　3 tablespoons hoisin sauce

　　1/2 teaspoon sugar

　　3/4 cup water

Step 1

In a small saucepan cook garlic and red pepper flakes in oil over moderate heat, stirring, until garlic is golden. Whisk in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil, whisking. Simmer sauce, whisking, until thickened, about 1 minute. Sauce may be made 3 days ahead and chilled, covered.

Step 2

Serve sauce warm or at room temperature.