Peanut Sauce
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
115 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Peanut Sauce
Description
The Peanut Sauce is made by combining creamy peanut butter, roughly chopped fresh ginger and garlic, fresh lime juice, low-sodium soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, honey, and water. These ingredients are processed together until smooth, adjusting water quantity to reach the desired texture. The sauce balances rich peanut butter with zesty lime and garlic, subtle heat from chili sauce, and sweetness from honey.
This sauce can be used as a dip, dressing, or marinade, adding a creamy and flavorful component to meals. Its smooth texture and well-rounded flavor profile make it versatile across dishes requiring a nutty, tangy condiment.
To keep the sauce fresh and ready, store it in an airtight container refrigerated for up to one week. Before serving, allow it to come to room temperature or thin further with small amounts of water if needed. The sauce also freezes well for up to three months. Variations include substituting almond or sunflower butter for those avoiding peanuts.
Ingredients
- ½ cup peanut butter smooth
- 1 inch ginger roughly chopped, piece
- 1 clove garlic roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce low sodium
- 1 teaspoon Chili garlic sauce
- 2 tablespoon honey
- ⅓ cup water or more as needed
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add all the ingredients to a food processor and blend until well combined. Add more water if needed.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust for seasoning as needed.
Notes
- The recipe yields about 1 cup of sauce, suitable for multiple servings or uses.
- You can substitute almond or sunflower butter if you have a peanut allergy or prefer a different flavor.
- Adjust the sauce thickness by adding water one tablespoon at a time to reach your preferred consistency.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week; bring to room temperature before serving.
- The sauce freezes well for up to three months when stored in a freezer-safe container or bag.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 115 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 115kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 239mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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