Today we're celebrating Peanut Day! While The Happy Herbivore Cookbook is made up of recipes without any added fat, there are a few "cheater" recipes that aren't completely fat free. The "Cheater" Pad Thai (p. 117) uses a little peanut butter to create a delicious pad thai sauce that you can serve over noodles or vegetables, or even in a salad. Enjoy!
"Cheater" Pad Thai Sauce
Makes 2 Servings
Ingredients:
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp smooth peanut butter
1 …
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Yes!
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