Name: Indonesian Nut Chili Dip
Ingredients: 1 fresh chili; 1 tbsp dried shrimp or anchovy paste or 1 tsp fish sauce; 1 small onion quartered; 2 cloves garlic; 0.5 cup peanut or cashew butter; 2 tbsp soy sauce or substitute; 1 lemon for juice

Indonesian Nut Chili Dip

Experience the bold flavors of Indonesia with this nutty chili dip. Rich, spicy, and packed with a savory punch, it's the perfect companion for your favorite snacks.

Ingredients

1 small onion quartered
2 cloves garlic
0.5 cup peanut or cashew butter
2 tbsp soy sauce or substitute
1 lemon for juice

Optional

1 fresh chili
1 tbsp dried shrimp or anchovy paste or 1 tsp fish sauce

Instructions

In a BLENDER, blend onion, garlic, and 1.25 cup of water until smooth.
Optionally, add shrimp and chilies.
In a POT, heat 0.25 cup of oil over medium heat.
Careful of splatters, stir in nut butter.
Add the onion-garlic water and soy sauce.
Season to taste with lemon juice, sugar, and salt.
Mix well. Cover. Bring to a boil.
Turn heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes until the sauce thickens and the oil separates on the surface. Stir frequently.