Peanut Sauce
Elevate your meals with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Peanut Sauce, a versatile condiment that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Made with smooth peanut butter, zesty lime juice, fragrant garlic and ginger, and a touch of honey for sweetness, this sauce strikes the perfect balance of savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes. A hint of sesame oil and optional sriracha or chili paste adds depth and heat, making it an ideal pairing for everything from stir-fries and noodles to fresh spring rolls and grilled meats. Easily adjustable to your desired consistency with warm water, this homemade peanut sauce is a must-have for dipping, drizzling, or marinating. Plus, it's effortless to whip up and keeps well in the fridge for up to a week, making it a go-to recipe for busy weeknights or meal prepping.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili paste (optional)
- 3 tablespoons warm water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and lime juice.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the bowl, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
If you'd like some heat, stir in the optional sriracha or chili paste.
Gradually whisk in the warm water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. It should be smooth and pourable.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add a pinch of salt or more lime juice for balance if desired.
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
171 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.3 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 394 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 172 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.
