Easy Peanut Sauce Recipe (2024)

This scrumptious Peanut Sauce is great to drizzle and dip on everything from salads to noodles! Comes together in 5 minutes with delicious peanut, garlic, and ginger flavors in every bite.

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This flavor-packed Peanut Sauce recipe is an absolute treat to drizzle on salad, like this tasty Asian Chicken Salad, dip raw veggies in it, drizzle on noodles, dress up a chicken breast, and so much more! You’ll want to lick the serving spoon, most definitely. It comes together in a snap with no cooking involved and even stores well in the fridge as a make-ahead sauce too. Because once you taste it, you are going to want it often.

It is creamy and fresh, with such delicious flavors, so it is everything you’d ever want in a peanut sauce. And it could not be any easier to make!

Table of contents

  • How to Make Peanut Sauce
    • Ingredients
    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • Storage Tips
  • Recipe Tip
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Favorite Sauce Recipes

How to Make Peanut Sauce

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This Peanut Sauce recipe does not require any cooking, and the blender or food processor does all of the work, resulting in an incredible sauce you can use in any number of dishes in seconds.

Here’s how to make it.

Ingredients

Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information.

  • peanut butter – Use creamy peanut butter
  • soy sauce – You can use coconut aminos instead if you wish.
  • lime juice
  • honey
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • ginger – I use ground ginger most often so that it stays fresh when stored in the refrigerator, but you use a small knob if you choose to use fresh ginger.
  • garlic – I mostly use garlic powder, so the sauce lasts longer in the refrigerator when made ahead. If you want to use fresh garlic, you will use one clove.
  • red pepper flakes – Use just a pinch of this for a bit of spicy heat.
  • water
  • peanuts – Optional – Stir in some rough-chopped peanuts to the final sauce if you want.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin blending ingredients. Add the peanut butter, soy sauce (or coconut aminos), Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, honey, red pepper flakes, ginger, and garlic to the container of my blender or food processor.

Slowly add water. Keep the motor of the food processor running, slowly pour water through the chute, and blend until the sauce reaches the desired consistency.

Add peanuts (optional) – Stir in rough chopped dry roasted peanuts if you wish.

Storage Tips

To store – Place peanut sauce in a container with an airtight lid and keep it in the refrigerator for up to one week.

To freeze – Place sauce in a freezer-safe container with an airtight lid and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and give it a stir prior to serving.

Recipe Tip

You can adjust the consistency of the peanut sauce with how much water you blend into the other ingredients. More water equals thinner sauce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is peanut sauce called another name?

Peanut sauce is the same as satay sauce.

What are some ways to use peanut sauce?

It’s delicious as a salad dressing and drizzled on top of noodles. Dip spring rolls and raw veggies in it, and use it atop proteins like chicken and beef.

More Favorite Sauce Recipes

Homemade BBQ Sauce

Chimichurri Sauce

co*cktail Sauce

Alfredo Sauce

Caramel Sauce

Marinara Sauce

Here’s my super easy Peanut Sauce recipe. I hope you love it as much as we do!

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Easy Peanut Sauce Recipe

Robyn Stone

5 from 9 votes

This scrumptious Peanut Sauce is great to drizzle and dip on everything from salads to noodles! Comes together in 5 minutes with delicious peanut, garlic, and ginger flavors in every bite.

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 16

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1/3 – 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped peanuts, optional

Instructions

  • Add peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, Worcestershire sauce, ginger, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes to the blender or food processor. With the motor running, slowly pour water through the chute until the mixture is creamy and reaches the desired consistency. More water will make the peanut sauce thinner and less will make it thicker.

  • Remove from container and stir in chopped peanuts, if using.

  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to a week.

Notes

Makes 2 cups.

Storage Tips

To store – Place peanut sauce in a container with an airtight lid and keep it in the refrigerator for up to one week.

To freeze – Place sauce in a freezer-safe container with an airtight lid and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and give it a stir prior to serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 84mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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FAQs

What is peanut sauce made of? ›

Instructions. To a medium mixing bowl add (starting with the amount at the lower end of the measurement range where applicable) peanut butter, tamari (or soy sauce or coconut aminos), maple syrup, lime juice, chili sauce (or chili or red pepper), and whisk to combine.

Is peanut butter and peanut sauce the same thing? ›

Several different recipes for making peanut sauces exist, resulting in a variety of flavours, textures and consistency. A typical recipe usually contains ground roasted peanuts or peanut butter (smooth or crunchy), coconut milk, soy sauce, tamarind, galangal, garlic, and spices (such as coriander seed or cumin).

What is Vietnamese peanut sauce made of? ›

Vietnamese peanut sauce is simply made with peanut butter, hoisin and garlic for a sweet, tangy and rich sauce. How long can I store homemade peanut sauce? Store leftover homemade peanut sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

How do you thin peanut butter into sauce? ›

Start with a little less than equal parts warm water to nut butter and add more water as needed, until the sauce is your desired consistency. You'll want it thinner for drizzling, and thicker for dipping.

What is the difference between peanut sauce and satay sauce? ›

Satay sauce, often referred to as peanut sauce is a sauce widely used in Thai cuisine, Malaysian cuisine, Indonesian cuisine, and Chinese cuisine. (under different names) It is also used in some European cuisine.

How long does homemade peanut sauce last? ›

I suggest doubling or tripling the recipe to have throughout the week with salad rolls, roasted veggies, and salads. How long with the sauce last? The Peanut Sauce will last up to 1 week in a tightly sealed container in the fridge.

What is peanut sauce called? ›

Satay sauce, also known as Peanut Sauce, Bumbu Kacang or Sambal Kacang is an Indonesian sauce made from ground roasted or fried peanuts, widely used in cuisines worldwide.

What goes with peanut sauce? ›

Carrots, broccoli, cucumbers, red peppers, and snow peas are just some of the vegetables that taste great when paired with Thai Peanut Sauce. Try a unique twist with your veggies and dip Summer Rolls into the rich, peanut flavor!

What are the 3 types of peanut butter? ›

The grocery store shelves are dominated by three varieties of classic peanut butter: crunchy (chunky) peanut butter, creamy (smooth) peanut butter, and natural (organic) peanut butter.

What is in Little Saigon peanut sauce? ›

Little Saigon peanut sauces blends peanut butter, soybeans, sweet potato, sesame, garlic and spices to deliver this one of a kind peanut sauce good with almost anything you can think of. Here is a little secret: mix it with Little Saigon Chili Oil to throw in that extra kick.

What is peanut sauce for spring rolls made of? ›

You'll need basic pantry ingredients to make the peanut sauce: peanut butter, rice vinegar, tamari or soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, toasted sesame oil and fresh garlic.

What is the famous Vietnamese sauce? ›

Nước Chấm is a quintessential sauce in Vietnamese cuisine. Made from simple ingredients like fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar, this sauce adds a delicious umami flavor to a wide range of dishes. It's a staple item in Vietnamese households and provides an essential finishing touch to many Vietnamese dishes.

What can I add to peanut butter to make it runny? ›

Getting a Runny or Drippy Consistency

For a runny and silky-smooth peanut butter, let the food processor run for 1 more minute. You'll hear a “sloshy” sound as the peanuts release their natural oils, becoming very runny. This is when I usually add any extra seasoning to my peanut butter, like salt or honey.

Can you melt peanut butter to drizzle? ›

Peanut Butter Only

In my case, I heated two tablespoons in a heat-proof bowl and then stirred like crazy. Using the pointed end (this is a really important POINT – see what I did there?) of a spoon, I drizzled the warm peanut butter over the pancakes from side to side allowing it to drape over the edges.

Why is my peanut sauce not smooth? ›

If the oil is separating from the sauce a bit (this can happen from the oil in the coconut milk and the peanut butter, but it's easy to fix!), add water a few drops at a time and whisk until it comes smoothly back together.

What does peanut sauce taste like? ›

It's salty, sweet, acidic and bold — a sauce like no other. For the uninitiated, Asian peanut sauce is a puree of peanuts, soy sauce, ginger, sesame, spices and often garlic, lemongrass and lime.

Why is peanut sauce healthy? ›

Peanut sauce can be a healthy addition to any diet. Since it is made from peanut butter, it naturally has some protein. Look for ones with not a lot of sodium or added sugar. Better yet, when making it at home, you have full control over the quality of the ingredients.

What do you eat peanut sauce with? ›

Dip your veggies

Carrots, broccoli, cucumbers, red peppers, and snow peas are just some of the vegetables that taste great when paired with Thai Peanut Sauce. Try a unique twist with your veggies and dip Summer Rolls into the rich, peanut flavor!

What culture is peanut sauce from? ›

Also just called peanut sauce or satay sauce, this dipping sauce is a flavorful part of Southeast Asian cuisine, especially Indonesian cuisine, where it's called bumbu kacang or sambal kacang.

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