Creamy Peanut Sauce for Dipping and Drizzling Recipe

Introduction

This creamy and flavorful peanut sauce is a versatile addition to many dishes. Made with simple ingredients like peanut butter, soy sauce, and ginger, it brings a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy to your meals.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (129g)
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari (60mL)
• 3 tablespoons rice vinegar (45mL)
• 2 1/2 tablespoons honey or granulated sugar (53g honey or 31g sugar)
• 2 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil (38mL)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (2.7g)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili oil (30mL) for mild heat, or add more for extra spice

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together all the ingredients until smooth and well combined. Alternatively, you can use a food processor for a silkier texture.
2. Step 2: Use the sauce as a dip for fresh spring rolls, crispy air fryer tofu, or vegetables. It also works great drizzled over Asian chicken salad, spring roll bowls, poke bowls, yum yum bowls, or as a coating for peanut noodles.

Tips & Variations

• For a nuttier flavor, toast the peanut butter slightly before mixing.
• Adjust the sweetness by swapping honey with maple syrup or brown sugar.
• Add more chili oil or fresh chili for extra heat if desired.
• For a thinner sauce, stir in a tablespoon or two of warm water until the desired consistency is reached.

Storage

Store the peanut sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Stir well before each use. It can be served cold or gently warmed, but avoid boiling to preserve its creamy texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy?

Yes, you can use crunchy peanut butter, but the sauce will have a chunkier texture. For a smoother sauce, creamy peanut butter is best.

Is this sauce gluten-free?

This depends on the soy sauce you use. Substitute regular soy sauce with tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce to keep the sauce gluten-free.

Creamy Peanut Sauce for Dipping and Drizzling Recipe

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This creamy and flavorful Peanut Sauce is a versatile Asian-inspired condiment made with creamy peanut butter, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of chili oil. Perfect as a dip, drizzle, or dressing, it adds a deliciously rich and slightly spicy nutty flavor to spring rolls, tofu, salads, noodles, and more.

• Author: zara
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 3/4 cup (about 180 mL) 1x
• Category: Sauce
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: Asian
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Peanut Sauce Ingredients

• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (129g)
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari (60mL)
• 3 Tablespoons rice vinegar (45mL)
• 2 1/2 Tablespoons honey or granulated sugar (53g honey or 31g sugar)
• 2 1/2 Tablespoons sesame oil (38mL)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (2.7g)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons chili oil (30mL), adjust for desired heat

Instructions

1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, and chili oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Alternatively, you can use a food processor to blend the ingredients for a silkier texture.
2. Use the Sauce: Serve the peanut sauce as a dip for fresh spring rolls, crispy air-fried tofu or vegetables. It also works beautifully drizzled over Asian chicken salads, spring roll bowls, poke bowls, yum yum bowls, or as a flavorful coating for peanut noodles.

Notes

• Adjust the amount of chili oil to control the heat level—use less for mild, more for a spicier kick.
• If you prefer a vegan option, substitute honey with granulated sugar or agave syrup.
• Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
• For a thinner sauce consistency, add a splash of warm water while whisking.
• This sauce can be made ahead of time, as the flavors deepen when allowed to sit.

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