Peanut Dipping Sauce (Easy 2 Step Recipe & Only 6 Ingredients) (2024)

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This peanut dipping sauce is SUPER easy: it’s made with only a handful of ingredients and is done in 2 steps. This is a Thai inspired peanut sauce with Asian flavors.

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The options for this tasty sauce are endless: use it as a sauce for meat, a topping for salads or noodles, or as a dip for chopped veggies or spring rolls. It’s so good you’ll keep finding reasons to make it!

Start by paring this sauce with our Simple Crispy Baked Tofu.

About the Recipe

This is a classic Thai flavor peanut dipping sauce. It’s made with ingredients like peanut butter, soy sauce, honey and sesame oil (see full list below). It’s not a spicy sauce (unless you want to make it spicy)!

The consistency of this sauce is perfect for dipping, it’s thick and just a little creamy. If you like your sauce thinner, you can add water until it’s your desired consistency.

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Peanut Dipping Sauce Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari sauce)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp chili paste
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 tsp hoisin sauce (optional)

How to Make Peanut Dipping Sauce

Step 1:

In a medium mixing bowl, add all ingredients. Whisk together to combine.

Step 2:

Add water to thin your sauce as needed. Add a splash of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency. If your sauce is too thick, add more peanut butter. Add more spice (chili paste) or acidity (lime juice) or sweetness (honey) to fit your taste preferences.

TIP: Red pepper flakes are another fun way to add spice to this sauce. Sprinkle in a few as you stir your sauce.

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Step 3:

Serve as a dipping sauce (for meats, veggies or spring rolls) or drizzle it over salads or noodles.

To store the sauce, keep it in an airtight container for up to a week.

What to Use Peanut Dipping Sauce For:

The possibilities are endless. It’s almost a shorter list of what NOT to eat with this dipping sauce 🙂 This sauce goes with almost anything. Here’s a few of our favorite ways to use this sauce:

Try it as:

  • Sauce for noodles
  • Salad dressing
  • Dip for spring rolls
  • Dip for fresh chopped veggies
  • Dip for dumplings
  • Sauce for chicken or beef skewers
  • Topping for tofu (like this recipe for crispy baed tofu below!)
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How to Store Peanut Dipping Sauce

Once you’re done with your sauce, store it in an airtight container in your fridge. Peanut sauce stays good for up to a week (but chances are, it will all be gone quicker)!

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Peanut Dipping Sauce

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  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cups 1x
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Description

The tastiest, easiest peanut dipping sauce. Made with only a handful of ingredients and done in 2 steps.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari sauce)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp chili paste
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • 1 tsp hoisin sauce ((optional))

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, add all ingredients. Whisk together to combine.
  2. Add water to thin your sauce as needed. Add a splash of water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency. If your sauce is too thin, add more peanut butter. Add more spice (chili paste) or acidity (lime juice) or sweetness (honey) to fit your taste preferences.
  3. Serve as a dipping sauce (for meats, veggies or spring rolls) or drizzle it over salads or noodles. To store the sauce, keep it in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Cuisine: Chinese

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  1. Peanut Dipping Sauce (Easy 2 Step Recipe & Only 6 Ingredients) (8)Casie Boden

    Followed recipe exactly as posted but ended up adding a ton more chili paste to reach my desired spiciness. Used as a dip for spring rolls & have plans to use the leftovers on top of Ramen. All in all a great recipe and one I will be making again!

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  2. Peanut Dipping Sauce (Easy 2 Step Recipe & Only 6 Ingredients) (9)Monique C

    Love this recipe. I served it to my 3 year old grand-daughter with wonton and cucumber. She loved it and so did I.
    Thank you

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Peanut Dipping Sauce (Easy 2 Step Recipe & Only 6 Ingredients) (2024)

FAQs

What is peanut sauce made of? ›

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). Other possible ingredients are chili peppers, sugar, fried onion, and lemongrass.

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 combination of peanut butter? ›

Peanut butter and banana are another iconic, fan-favorite combination. This pairing is not only delicious but it's also packed with wholesome goodness. The natural sweetness of ripe bananas complements the nutty creaminess of Peter Pan Peanut Butter, creating a satisfying snack or a quick, energy-boosting breakfast.

What is Vietnamese peanut sauce made of? ›

One of the unique aspects of Vietnamese-style peanut sauce compared to other varieties of peanut sauce is the inclusion of hoisin sauce. Vietnamese peanut sauce is simply made with peanut butter, hoisin and garlic for a sweet, tangy and rich sauce.

How long does homemade peanut sauce last? ›

This sauce can last for up to 1-week in a tightly sealed container or jar in your fridge.

What is good 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!

Can you mix peanut butter and water? ›

Peanut butter is super forgiving and is easily thickened or thinned by the addition of water and/or heat. Different applications benefit from different types of peanut butter “sauce”.

How to mix peanut butter and milk? ›

Pour the desired amount of your choice of non-dairy or dairy milk into a blender and spoon in three tablespoons of your favourite peanut butter – smooth if you prefer creaminess or crunchy if you like texture.

What can I mix with peanut butter? ›

Mix PB with yogurt, cinnamon, and a hint of honey or maple syrup. Dip in apples slices, celery, or spread on toast with banana slices and coconut. Mix into noodles. Thanks to its salty, nutty flavor and creamy texture, Asian-inspired noodle dishes taste divine with peanut sauce.

Can I mix butter with peanut butter? ›

Peanut Butter Honey Spread

Combine butter, honey, and peanut butter in a mixing bowl. Whip with a spatula until completely incorporated and smooth.

What is Chinese peanut sauce made of? ›

This sauce is made using peanut butter, sauces like hot sauce, vinegar and soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free), garlic and seasoning. It can be seasoned as you like.

Is peanut butter and peanut sauce the same thing? ›

What is Thai Peanut sauce made of? Thai Peanut Sauce is made up of peanut butter, soy sauce, ginger, a sweetener (I used maple syrup), rice wine vinegar, sesame seeds, a spice and water. In some more traditional versions, coconut milk is used instead of water, but I find this combination to be perfect.

How to thicken up peanut sauce? ›

How to thicken peanut sauce. If you accidentally add too much water to your peanut sauce, simply whisk in small amounts of peanut butter to adjust the consistency, You may also need to add other ingredients to maintain the flavor balance. Peanut butter powder also works in place of peanut butter to make this adjustment ...

Does peanut sauce taste like peanut butter? ›

It has an amazing creamy texture, with a nutty, bright, and spicy flavor from peanut butter, lime, and sriracha.

Is peanut sauce an American thing? ›

Although commonly associated with Thai cuisine, peanut sauce actually originated in Indonesia (source).

Is peanut sauce healthy? ›

Peanut sauce is a popular accompaniment to satay, grilled chicken or tofu and a wide variety of Asian-inspired dishes, particularly dishes from Thailand. While most peanut sauces do contain nutrient-packed ingredients, they're also high in calories and fat, making them healthy choices -- but only in moderation.

What is peanut cream made of? ›

Delicious roasted peanut cream totally free of palm oil and no added sugar, 100% crushed roasted peanuts, with folic acid and group B vitamins. This delicious cream is perfect for athletes. Ideal for breakfasts and snacks thanks to its high protein content.

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