Spicy Peanut Sauce

A thick, savory peanut sauce built on creamy peanut butter, tamari, and chili-garlic, rounded with sesame oil, rice vinegar, and a little honey. Warmed on the stove just until it thickens. Made for dipping fresh spring rolls, and just as good on noodles, satay, vegetables, or rice.

Best for: dipping fresh spring rolls — its main job — and tossing with noodles, dipping satay, or saucing rice and vegetables. Makes about 1½ cups. Thins with a little warm water if you want a pourable consistency.