Description
This creamy Thai Peanut Sauce is everything—nutty, tangy, sweet, and a little spicy! Made in just 5 minutes with pantry staples, it’s perfect for dipping, drizzling, or tossing with noodles. Customizable to your taste and diet, this sauce brings bold Thai flavor to every bite. A weeknight essential!
Ingredients
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
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2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or lime juice)
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1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup or brown sugar)
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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¼ cup coconut milk (or water for thinner sauce)
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1 tablespoon Sriracha or chili paste (optional)
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1 tablespoon chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, red pepper flakes, coconut milk, and Sriracha if using.
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Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Adjust the consistency by adding more liquid (water or coconut milk) if needed.
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Taste and tweak to your preference—add more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or chili for heat.
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Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately or store for later use.
Notes
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Peanut-free? Try sunflower seed or almond butter instead.
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Too thick? Add a splash of warm water or coconut milk until it’s just right.
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Want it sweeter or tangier? Adjust with more honey or vinegar/lime juice.
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Make it vegan by using maple syrup instead of honey.
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Flavors deepen as it sits—great for make-ahead meals!
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Perfect for noodles, grilled meats, wraps, salads, or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Thai Peanut Sauce, easy peanut sauce, peanut dipping sauce, Thai sauce, vegan peanut sauce