Thai Dense Bean Salad with Peanut Sauce

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp peanut butter
• 2 garlic (minced)
• 0.25 cup coconut milk (can substitute with water)
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp citrus seasoned ponzu
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp kecap manis (optional)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp chilli flakes
• 0.5 lime juice (juice of half a lime)
• MSG (a sprinkle)
• sesame seeds (a sprinkle)

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, minced garlic, coconut milk (or water), light soy sauce, rice vinegar, ponzu, honey, kecap manis (if using), sesame oil, chili flakes, and the juice of half a lime.

2. 2

   Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.

3. 3

   Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as desired: add more vinegar for tang, soy sauce for saltiness, or chili flakes for extra heat.

4. 4

   Finish by sprinkling with MSG and sesame seeds, then toss with your prepared bean salad base.

Notes

The recipe author encourages customizing the sauce to your personal preference. While the base is provided, feel free to adjust the acidity, salt, and spice levels.

Nutrition per serving

• salad
• vegetarian
• dairy-free
• thai
• sauce
• healthy
• quick