Satay Sauce

Bunny Erica's Note:

From the BBC and the Vegetarian Society

• Total Time: 20 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 tablespoons peanut oil
• 1 shallot, peeled, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled, finely chopped
• 2 large red chilies, seeds removed, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 75 g crunchy peanut butter
• 200 g coconut milk
• 1 lime, juice only
• salt, to taste

Directions:

1. Heat the oil in a small pan and fry the shallot, garlic, chillies and spices for 4-5 minutes, or until the shallot and garlic are softened.
2. Mix the peanut butter with a little warm water to make a thinner paste and add to the pan.
3. Add the coconut milk.
4. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 6-8 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
5. Season, to taste, with lime juice and salt.