The Best Thai Peanut Sauce
Rich, creamy, savory, and a little spicy — this Thai Peanut Sauce is a game-changer for dipping, drizzling, and dressing up your favorite dishes. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s quick to whip up and absolutely bursting with flavor. Perfect for spring rolls, noodles, grilled meats, or as a salad dressing!
Ingredients
- • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or lime juice)
- • 1 tablespoon honey (or brown sugar)
- • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- • 2 cloves garlic, minced
- • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- • ¼ cup coconut milk (or water for a thinner sauce)
- • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or chili paste (optional for heat)
- • 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)
- • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Directions
- • Mix the Base: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth.
- • Add Heat and Creaminess: Stir in the red pepper flakes, coconut milk, and Sriracha or chili paste if you like it spicy. Keep whisking until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. If it’s too thick, add a little more coconut milk or warm water to adjust the consistency.
- • Taste and Adjust: Give the sauce a taste and tweak as needed — add more honey for sweetness, soy sauce for saltiness, or lime juice for extra zing.
- • Garnish: Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro if desired.
Serving Suggestions
This Thai Peanut Sauce is incredibly versatile! Try it with:
- • Fresh spring rolls
- • Grilled chicken or shrimp
- • Stir-fried noodles or rice bowls
- • As a salad dressing over crisp greens and veggies
- • As a dip for crispy tofu or roasted vegetables
Storage Information
Store leftover peanut sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Stir well before each use, and thin it with a little warm water or coconut milk if it thickens too much over time.
Nutrition Facts (per 2 tablespoons)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 270 mg |
| Sugar | 3 g |
Quick Facts
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: About 1 cup of sauce