Indonesian Gado-Gado

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon neutral vegetable oil or 1/4 cup water
• 2 shallots
• chopped
• 1 large clove garlic
• chopped
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (see Notes)
• 1 1/2 tablespoons wheat-free tamari
• 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon natural sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
• 2 cups green beans
• cut into 1-inch lengths
• 1 cup small cauliflower florets
• 2 carrots
• shredded
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
• 1/3 cup roasted peanuts

Instructions

1. Heat the oil or water in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the shallots and garlic.
3. Cover and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the peanut butter, tamari, lemon juice, sugar, cayenne, and coconut milk.
5. Simmer over low heat for 2 minutes, stirring to blend.
6. Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor, or use an immersion blender, and puree until smooth, adding water or more coconut milk to thin, if needed.
7. Steam the green beans and cauliflower just until tender and place them in a large bowl.
8. Add the carrots and cabbage.
9. Pour the sauce over the vegetables and toss to combine.
10. Sprinkle the bean sprouts and peanuts on top.
11. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.