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Saus Kacang (Indonesian Peanut Sauce)

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Photo of Indonesian Gourmet Peanut Sauce in a bowl with a spoon.
Photo by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich

This peanut sauce recipe is based on my mom's version, which accompanies Gado Gado. Raw peanuts are roasted on the stovetop or in the oven, and then ground. You'll also have to hunt down tamarind pulp and lime leaves, but it's worth the trouble—the addition of freshly roasted peanuts and fragrant herbs makes for unsurpassed flavor.

Cook's Note

The sauce will keep for up to a week in the fridge. To reheat, add a little water if it's thick, and then warm on the stove or in the microwave.

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