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Easy Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe

Easy Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe

Emily Grace
Easy Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe is a creamy and flavorful sauce that works with many dishes. This Easy Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe combines peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic and lime juice perfectly.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine Thai
Servings 6
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/3 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the Ingredients

  • Measure all ingredients before starting. Mince the garlic and grate fresh ginger carefully. Keeping everything ready makes the cooking process smoother and faster.

Add Peanut Butter

  • Place creamy peanut butter into a medium mixing bowl. Use smooth peanut butter because it blends easily and creates a silky sauce texture.

Mix the Liquid Ingredients

  • Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey and sesame oil into the bowl. Stir gently until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.

Add Garlic and Ginger

  • Mix minced garlic and grated ginger into the sauce. These ingredients add fresh aroma and authentic Thai-inspired flavor to the creamy peanut mixture.

Add Warm Water

  • Slowly pour warm water into the bowl while whisking continuously. This helps loosen the sauce and creates the perfect smooth consistency.

Adjust the Thickness

  • Check the sauce texture carefully. Add extra warm water if needed. The sauce should pour easily but still remain rich and creamy.

Heat the Sauce

  • Pour the sauce into a small saucepan over low heat. Stir gently for two minutes until slightly warm and fully blended together.

Taste and Adjust Flavor

  • Taste the peanut sauce carefully. Add more lime juice for freshness or honey for sweetness depending on your personal flavor preference.

Garnish and Serve

  • Transfer the sauce into a serving bowl. Sprinkle chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro on top for extra crunch, freshness and beautiful presentation.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for better flavor.
  • Warm water helps create smoother texture.
  • Stir constantly while heating the sauce.
  • Add chili flakes for extra spice.
  • Use natural peanut butter for deeper taste.
  • Taste before serving and adjust seasoning.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Keyword Easy Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe