If you love sauces that are creamy, savory, and just a little bit sweet, you’re going to fall for this peanut sauce. It’s one of those things that instantly makes any meal taste amazing. I first made it to go with chicken satay, but now I use it on everything, noodles, salads, spring rolls, even roasted veggies. It’s smooth, rich, and has just the right balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors. Plus, it takes less than 10 minutes to make.

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Recipe Details

Prep time: 5 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Servings: Makes about 1 cup
Calories: Around 90 per 2-tablespoon serving

Why You’ll Love This Peanut Sauce

• It’s ready in minutes and made from simple ingredients.
• Perfect as a dip, dressing, or drizzle for bowls and noodles.
• Creamy, flavorful, and easy to adjust to your taste.
• Stores well in the fridge for up to a week.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lime juice
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional but adds a nice kick)
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 2 to 4 tablespoons warm water, to thin as needed
• Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha for heat

How to Make Peanut Sauce

1. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar or lime juice, honey, ginger, and garlic.
2. Whisk everything together until smooth and creamy.
3. Add warm water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
4. Taste and adjust add more soy sauce for saltiness, more honey for sweetness, or more lime juice for tang.
5. Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Stir before using.

Serving Ideas

• Use it as a dip for spring rolls or veggies.
• Drizzle over grilled chicken, tofu, or noodles.
• Toss it into a salad for a creamy Asian-style dressing.
• Serve with rice bowls for extra flavor and richness.