Ultimate Thai Peanut Sauce
A quick and versatile Thai peanut sauce that balances sweetness, saltiness, and a hint of heat, perfect for salads, grilled chicken, or noodles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- ½ cup creamy peanut butter (Natural is best)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (Use a low-sodium version)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (For a vegan option)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (Adjust to taste)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Water (Add as needed for consistency)
- Crushed peanuts, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients. It’s always good to have everything prepped and ready to go before you start mixing.
- Mix the peanut butter and soy sauce in a medium mixing bowl until smooth.
- Sweeten the mix by whisking in the honey or maple syrup.
- Add the rice vinegar and sesame oil for tanginess and depth.
- Spice it up with crushed red pepper flakes, adjusting according to taste.
- Incorporate the minced garlic into the mixture for added flavor.
- Adjust the consistency by adding water until you reach your desired thickness.
- Serve the sauce in a dish, garnishing with crushed peanuts, lime wedges, and cilantro.
Notes
This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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