Spicy Peanut Sauce from Eating Well
Elevate your meals with this quick and flavorful Spicy Peanut Sauce from Eating Well—a versatile condiment ready in just 10 minutes! Combining creamy peanut butter, tangy soy sauce, a splash of rice vinegar, and a touch of honey, this sauce balances savory, sweet, and spicy notes perfectly. The addition of Sriracha, fresh ginger, and minced garlic provides a bold kick, while optional lime juice adds a refreshing citrus twist. Whether drizzled over stir-fries, used as a dip for spring rolls, or tossed with noodles, this sauce is a game changer for weeknight dinners and meal prep. Easily customizable and made with pantry staples, it’s your go-to sauce for adding gourmet flair to any dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha or other hot sauce
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 tablespoon Lime juice (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and Sriracha.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the bowl.
Stir the mixture thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.
Gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to stir, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
If using lime juice, stir it in to add a tangy, citrusy finish.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more soy sauce for saltiness or more honey for sweetness.
Serve the sauce immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
478 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1266 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 504 mg | 11% | |
*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.
