Authentic Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Recipe

Step 1

If you are using fresh peanuts, place in a coffee grinder, without the skin and grind for 3 minutes. If not, scoop out two tablespoons of creamy peanut butter and place in a mixing bowl

Step 2

Add hoisin sauce, water, lime juice and cut up fresh chili or chili paste

Step 3

Mix by hand or with a hand blender until smooth

Step 4

Lastly, peel the ginger root and grate some into the bowl. Stir one more time and your sauce is ready

Step 5

Add crushed peanuts

Step 6

Add sesame seeds for garnish, if desired

Step 7

Serve immediately with spring rolls or as a dipping sauce to accompany your favorite dish