This silky-smooth homemade peanut sauce comes together in just 9 minutes, making it the perfect go-to condiment for busy weeknights. Ready in less time than it takes to order takeout, this protein-rich sauce adds a luxurious touch to any Asian-inspired dish.
With 9 grams of protein per serving and a delightful balance of sweet and savory notes, it’s a versatile addition that elevates everything from noodles to grilled meats.
Fresh Asian Peanut Sauce Ingredients
- Creamy Peanut Butter: ½ cup, room temperature for better mixing
- Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: ¼ cup, adds savory depth without excess salt
- Rice Vinegar: 3 Tablespoons, brings perfect tangy balance
- Honey: 2½ Tablespoons, natural sweetener (or substitute with sugar)
- Sesame Oil: 2½ Tablespoons, adds authentic Asian nuttiness
- Fresh Ginger: 1 teaspoon grated, adds zesty warmth
- Garlic: 3 cloves minced, provides aromatic depth
- Chili Oil: 2 Tablespoons, adjustable for desired heat level
Quick & Easy Instructions
- Combine: Add all ingredients into a bowl
- Mix: Whisk thoroughly until smooth and well-combined (food processor optional)
- Serve: Perfect as a dip for spring rolls, drizzle for salads, or coating for noodles
Serving Suggestions
- Dipping: Fresh spring rolls, crispy tofu, vegetables
- Dressing: Asian chicken salad, poke bowls, yum yum bowls
- Coating: Perfect for peanut noodles and stir-fries
Variations & Substitutions
This peanut sauce is super flexible! If you need it gluten-free, swap the soy sauce for tamari. Can’t have peanuts? Almond or sunflower butter work great too. Want it less sweet? Cut back on the honey or use maple syrup instead.
For extra protein, try stirring in a spoonful of tahini. Make it vegan by using maple syrup or agave instead of honey. Need it spicier? Add more chili oil or a squirt of sriracha!
Serving Suggestions
Your homemade peanut sauce can turn simple dishes into something special! Toss it with warm noodles for a quick dinner, or use it as a dip for fresh veggies and spring rolls. It’s amazing drizzled over rice bowls with grilled chicken and veggies.
Try it as a salad dressing for crunchy Asian-inspired slaws, or use it to jazz up plain tofu. Keep a jar in your fridge – you’ll find yourself reaching for it again and again!
Storage Tips
Store your peanut sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. If it gets too thick, just warm it up for a few seconds in the microwave or add a splash of warm water and stir until smooth.
The oils might separate – that’s totally normal! Just give it a good stir before using. You can even freeze portions in ice cube trays for quick single servings later on.
Peanut Sauce
Equipment
- whisk or food processor
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 3 Tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 1/2 Tablespoons honey or granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 Tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tablespoons chili oil for mild or add more for extra heat
Instructions
- Whisk together until smooth (or use a food processor).
- Uses: Dip for Fresh Spring Rolls, crispy air fryer tofu or veggies. Dressing or sauce drizzle over Asian chicken salad, spring roll bowls, poke bowls, yum yum bowls or coating for peanut noodles.
