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5-Minute Dipping Sauce

Mango-Pineapple Salsa

Mango-Cuc.u.mber Salsa

Banana, Tamarind, and Mint Salsa

Spicy Thai Dressing

Peanut Pesto

Jalapeno-Lime Vinaigrette

Ginger-Lemongra.s.s Vinaigrette

Mint-Cilantro ”Chutney”

Peanut Dipping Sauce - 1 [image]cup crunchy peanut b.u.t.ter 1 cups coconut milk cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon grated gingerroot 4 cloves garlic, pressed 34 dashes (or to taste) Tabasco cup chicken or vegetable stock cup heavy cream 1. Combine the peanut b.u.t.ter, coconut milk, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and Tabasco in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has the consistency of heavy cream, about 15 minutes.

2. Transfer the mixture to a blender and puree briefly.

3. Add the stock and cream, and blend until smooth.

[image]Allergy Alert There are a fair number of people who are allergic to peanuts. Before inviting guests over for a Thai dinner, you should ask - just in case.

Yields approx. 2 cups Many people's first contact with Thai cooking is with skewered, grilled meat (usually chicken, beef, or shrimp), called ”satays.” These terrific appetizers are dipped in peanut sauce.

Peanut Dipping Sauce - 2 [image]cup crunchy peanut b.u.t.ter 1 cups unsweetened canned coconut milk cup fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 teaspoon grated gingerroot 2 teaspoons minced garlic Ground cayenne or crushed red pepper flakes to taste cup low-sodium beef broth cup half-and-half or heavy cream 1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the peanut b.u.t.ter, coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and cayenne.

2. Stirring constantly, cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.

3. Remove the sauce from the heat and add the beef broth and cream. Using a hand mixer, blend until smooth. Heat briefly just prior to serving.

Yields approx. 2 cups This peanut sauce can be used as a dip for any type of meat, but, because it is made with beef broth, it goes best with beef, lamb, or chicken.

Peanut Dipping Sauce - 3 3 shallots 1 cup canned coconut milk cup smooth peanut b.u.t.ter 2 teaspoons light brown sugar 1 teaspoon Tabasco 1 tablespoon fish sauce 2 teaspoons soy sauce 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1. Roast the shallots in an oven preheated to 325 degrees for about 5 minutes or until soft. Let them cool to roughly room temperature.

2. Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

Yields approx. 2 cups This quick peanut sauce is a delicious dip for fish, shrimp, or chicken satays. It can also be used as a base for a variety of Thai dishes - or simply toss it with rice noodles for a quick snack.

Minty Dipping Sauce cup chopped mint leaves 1 serrano chili, seeded and diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated lime zest cup lime juice 2 tablespoons fish sauce Place all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Serve with a variety of grilled, skewered meats and raw or blanched vegetables.

Yields approx.[image] cup cup Don't be afraid to subst.i.tute items in this recipe. For example, you can use basil instead of the mint, jalapeno instead of the serrano, lemon instead of lime, and soy instead of fish sauce.

Quick Hot Dipping Sauce 1 heaping tablespoon prepared chili-garlic sauce cup white vinegar Combine the 2 ingredients and serve.

Yields approx. cup This sauce is an ideal dip for any type of meat. I always have a jar of chili-garlic sauce in the pantry. You can find it in almost any grocery store these days, either in the Asian department or in specialty foods.

Sweet-and-Sour Dipping Sauce cup white vinegar 1 cup sugar teaspoon salt 1 heaping tablespoon prepared chili-garlic sauce 1. Combine the vinegar, sugar, and salt in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. Stir in the chili sauce and remove from heat. Let cool to room temperature before serving.

Yields approx. 1 cups You can vary the sweet and sour of this recipe by playing with the amount of sugar and/or chili sauce. Or you can subst.i.tute different brands or types of chili sauce - even Cajun or Jamaican!

Thai-Style Plum Dipping Sauce [image]cup plum preserves [image]cup white vinegar [image]cup water 2 tablespoons honey Tabasco to taste 1. Place all the ingredients except the Tabasco in a food processor or blender, and process until smooth.

2. Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat and simmer until thick, about 12 to 15 minutes.

3. Allow to cool to room temperature, then stir in the Tabasco.

Yields approx. 2 cups Traditionally used in Chinese cooking - think Moo Shu - plum sauce has a sweetand-sour taste that is a perfect complement to poultry.

5-Minute Dipping Sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger teaspoon dried red pepper flakes In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in 1 tablespoon of water. Stir in the remaining ingredients; adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve at room temperature.

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