Savory Thai Peanut Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this creamy, savory Thai Peanut Sauce, a true flavor-packed condiment that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Made with rich peanut butter, fragrant coconut milk, zesty lime juice, and a hint of sweetness from honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist), this versatile sauce balances salty, tangy, and spicy notes perfectly. Fresh ginger, minced garlic, and a touch of sriracha add depth, while optional toasted sesame oil delivers a nutty finish. Serve it as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, drizzle it over noodle bowls, or use it as a marinade for grilled meats or tofu. Perfect for meal prep, it keeps well in the refrigerator, making it a go-to sauce for quick and delicious Thai-inspired meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated fresh
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Water (for thinning the sauce, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame oil (optional, for added flavor)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, coconut milk, lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), and rice vinegar.
Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, and Sriracha or chili garlic sauce. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
For an optional added layer of flavor, stir in the toasted sesame oil.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more honey for sweetness, lime juice for tang, or Sriracha for heat.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and use immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
915 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.2 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2326 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1073 mg | 23% | |
*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.
