Vegan Pad Thai Sauce
Elevate your noodles with this quick and easy Vegan Pad Thai Sauce, a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Crafted with tamarind paste for authentic tang, soy sauce for rich umami, and maple syrup for natural sweetness, this homemade sauce comes together in just 5 minutes—no cooking required. A creamy touch of peanut butter and the zesty brightness of fresh lime juice make it irresistibly delicious, while chili garlic sauce adds a kick of heat. Ready to complement your stir-fries, noodle dishes, or even salads, this versatile pad Thai sauce is a must-have for plant-based kitchens. Plus, it’s vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free (with tamari substitution), ensuring it suits multiple diets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon Peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of tamarind paste with 3 tablespoons of soy sauce.
Add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup to the mixture, stirring well to combine.
Squeeze the juice of about 1 lime to yield 2 tablespoons and add it to the bowl.
Incorporate 1 tablespoon of chili garlic sauce for a spicy kick.
Add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter for a creamy texture and stir until smooth.
Gradually mix in 2 tablespoons of water to the sauce to achieve a desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more soy sauce for saltiness, maple syrup for sweetness, or lime juice for acidity.
The sauce is ready to be used immediately in your Vegan Pad Thai or stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
327 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1970 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 53 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 556 mg | 12% | |
*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.
