Chinese Peanut Sauce
Creamy, nutty, and irresistibly flavorful, this Chinese Peanut Sauce is a versatile condiment that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Made with a perfect balance of pantry staples like peanut butter, soy sauce, hoisin, and sesame oil, it’s sweetened with honey, brightened with a splash of rice vinegar, and elevated with fresh garlic and ginger. Customize the heat with a dash of Sriracha for a spicy kick or keep it mild for all palates. Thin it to your desired consistency with warm water and use it as a dip, drizzle, or stir-fry sauce. Garnish with chopped peanuts for an added crunch, and enjoy this savory-sweet delight that’s perfect for everything from Asian-inspired noodle bowls to fresh spring rolls. This easy homemade peanut sauce is a must-have recipe for your culinary arsenal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Sriracha or chili sauce (optional)
- 4 tablespoons Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, add the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and Sriracha or chili sauce, if using.
Use a whisk to mix the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the warm water, one tablespoon at a time, while whisking. Continue until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. If you prefer a thicker sauce, use less water; for a thinner sauce, add more.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a little more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or Sriracha for spice.
Serve immediately as a dipping sauce, drizzle over noodles, or use in stir-fries. Optionally, garnish with chopped peanuts for added texture.
Store leftover peanut sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before using, as it may thicken when chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 330 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
