Thai Peanut Sauce For Satay - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (13 1/2 ounce) can coconut milk
1/4 cup Thai red curry paste (such as Maesri brand)
3/4 cup natural-style peanut butter
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup thinly sliced Thai basil (optional)
1/2 cup water

Preparation

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat and whisk until smooth.
Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
Turn heat down to medium-low and simmer for 3-5 minutes, until thick. Continue to stir often.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.