Easy Peanut Sauce
Amy
This Easy Peanut Sauce is a creamy, dreamy condiment that elevates any dish in just five minutes. Its rich, velvety texture and bold, nutty flavor make it perfect for drizzling over noodles, dipping spring rolls, or marinating proteins.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
- 1/4 cup natural creamy peanut butter
- 3 to 4 tablespoons lime juice or rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons tamari
- 1/2 teaspoon sriracha more if desired
- 1/4 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 to 3 tablespoons water
optional flavor additions
- 1 clove garlic grated on a microplane zester
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, lime juice, tamari, sriracha, and maple syrup.
Whisk in water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach a drizzleable consistency. Peanut butters vary in thickness, so you may need more or less water each time you make this recipe.
If desired, stir in garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and/or more sriracha.
Keyword dipping sauce, easy recipe, peanut sauce, quick condiment