Make this creamy, restaurant-quality Thai peanut sauce in under 10 minutes. It is perfect as a dip for spring rolls, a dressing for salads, or a topping for noodles.
Author:Sarah Peterson
Prep Time:5 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:5 min
Yield:About 1 cup1x
Category:Condiment
Method:Whisking
Cuisine:Thai Inspired
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup warm water (or more, for thinning)
3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional, for heat)
Instructions
Measure all ingredients into a medium bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
If the sauce is too thick for your needs (e.g., for a dressing), add warm water, one teaspoon at a time, whisking until you reach your desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings; add more maple syrup for sweetness, vinegar for tang, or sriracha for spice.
Use immediately as a dip, marinade, or dressing, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
To make this gluten-free, substitute the soy sauce with tamari.
This sauce is great for meal planning; it keeps well in the refrigerator for up to one week.
If you are looking for low-carb options, consider using a sugar substitute instead of maple syrup.