Peanut Sauce Recipe: Creamy and Versatile
Classic Peanut Sauce with creamy, savory-sweet flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ¼ cup coconut milk
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 –2 tsp sriracha
- 2 –4 tbsp warm water
- Optional: Chopped peanuts cilantro
- Suggested Pairings: Iced tea spring rolls
Instructions
- Whisk peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and sriracha; add water to thin.
- Taste and adjust with lime, honey, or sriracha.
- Optionally warm over low heat for 2–3 min, stirring.
- Serve in a white ceramic bowl with peanuts, cilantro, and tea.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for authenticity.
- Store in fridge for 5 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Try a gluten-free or spicy variation.
- Pair with noodles.