This peanut-free adaptation of a Thai-style sauce goes perfectly with stir-fry, rice noodles, rice, tofu, chicken, or grilled vegetables. Tamari is a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce; use if allergies are a concern.

AuthorGarden KitchenCategory, , DifficultyBeginner

This peanut-free adaptation of a Thai-style sauce goes perfectly with stir-fry, rice noodles, rice, tofu, chicken, or grilled vegetables. Tamari is a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce; use if allergies are a concern.

Yields3 Servings
Prep Time5 mins
 1 cup smooth sunflower seed butter
 ½ - ¾ cup water
 3 tablespoons low-sodium tamari or low sodium soy sauce
 4 tablespoons lime juice (about 2 limes)
 1½ tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
 3 fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped
 ½ teaspoon Asian-style hot sauce (optional)
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1. Wash hands with soap and warm water. Wash produce well and chop as directed.

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2. In a blender, combine ½ cup water and sunflower seed butter; blend until smooth.

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3. Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth, adding more water if necessary.

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4. Serve warm or at room temperature. Excellent over brown rice with chicken or tofu and vegetables. (Keeps in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.)

This peanut-free adaptation of a Thai-style sauce goes perfectly with stir-fry, rice noodles, rice, tofu, chicken, or grilled vegetables. Tamari is a gluten-free alternative to soy sauce; use if allergies are a concern.

Ingredients

 1 cup smooth sunflower seed butter
 ½ - ¾ cup water
 3 tablespoons low-sodium tamari or low sodium soy sauce
 4 tablespoons lime juice (about 2 limes)
 1½ tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
 3 fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped
 ½ teaspoon Asian-style hot sauce (optional)

Directions

1

1. Wash hands with soap and warm water. Wash produce well and chop as directed.

2

2. In a blender, combine ½ cup water and sunflower seed butter; blend until smooth.

3

3. Add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth, adding more water if necessary.

4

4. Serve warm or at room temperature. Excellent over brown rice with chicken or tofu and vegetables. (Keeps in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.)

Notes

Sunbutter Sauce