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Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe

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4 from 12 reviews

This flavorful Thai Peanut Sauce recipe is a quick and easy blend of creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, and zesty rice vinegar, perfectly balanced with garlic and a hint of spicy Sriracha. Ready in just 5 minutes, it’s an ideal dipping sauce for fresh spring rolls, grilled meats, or vegetables, delivering authentic Thai-inspired taste with minimal effort.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings (approximately ¾ cup or 12 tablespoons)

Ingredients

Peanut Sauce Ingredients

  • ½ cup smooth peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or Tamari
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar (or honey or pure maple syrup)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or lime juice)
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • ½-1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (to taste)
  • 3-6 tablespoons warm water

Instructions

  1. Add Ingredients to Bowl: Combine all ingredients except the warm water into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and well blended.
  2. Whisk in Water: Gradually add warm water, one tablespoon at a time, while whisking continuously to thin out the sauce. Continue until the sauce reaches your preferred consistency.
  3. Serve Peanut Sauce: The recipe yields approximately ¾ cup (12 tablespoons) of sauce. Serve this versatile peanut sauce alongside fresh spring rolls or as a dipping condiment for your favorite dishes, and enjoy its rich, balanced flavors.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of Sriracha to control the spiciness according to your taste.
  • Use Tamari sauce for a gluten-free option.
  • For a vegan option, substitute brown sugar with pure maple syrup or use honey for a non-vegan sweetener.
  • If sauce thickens after refrigeration, whisk in a little warm water before serving.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten Free