Thai Beef Meatloaf With Peanut Sauce

SAUCE: In a blender, combine oil, onion, garlic and hot chili pepper; blend for one minute.

Heat a medium-sized non-stick saucepan to medium-high. Add mixture to the pan and stir until the aroma starts releasing. Add peanut butter and stir until incorporated.

Gradually add the beef stock, whisking between each addition. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes or until thick.

Stir in the vinegar and sugar and continue to simmer. Taste the sauce and add more vinegar or sugar to balance the sweet sour taste. Remove for the heat and cool.

MEATLOAF: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

In a medium-sized glass bowl, combine the beef, onions, garlic, chili flakes, rice and peanut butter. Mix well to incorporate then add the egg and mix well.

Press mixture into a lightly greased 8-inch pie pan. Pour sauce over top and bake for 30 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.