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    Healthy Peanut Sauce

    Published: Aug 26, 2023, Last Modified: Oct 2, 2023 by Janessa.

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    Packed full of savory peanut butter flavor, this easy peanut sauce recipe comes together in less than ten minutes and is made of just five wholesome, simple ingredients. Learn about different ways to customize it including a sweet or spicy variation as well as find plenty of inspiration for ways to use this versatile sauce!

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    • The Ingredients
    • The Method
    • Leftovers and Storage
    • Make It Your Own
    • Ways to Use Peanut Sauce
    • And if you liked this recipe...
    • Peanut Sauce
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    Peanut sauce in a glass bowl with a spoon taking a scoop.

    Let's be honest, a flavorful sauce most often steals the show.

    Whether it is Hollandaise on roasted vegetables or Chimichurri on a sandwich it can truly elevate any boring dish (looking at you raw veggies without dip!).

    As you may know, I LOVE peanut butter. So in my opinion, the best sauce of all is my favorite peanut sauce recipe.

    Whether you're drizzling it over stir-fries or using it as a marinade, this sauce takes ordinary to extraordinary in seconds.

    Effortless and delicious, even the most junior of cook can turn a ho-hum meal into a flavor-packed sensation with this easy recipe.

    Now let's make some healthy peanut sauce!

    The Ingredients

    Ingredients for healthy peanut sauce.
    • Creamy Peanut Butter– I typically use smooth natural peanut butter (well stirred) but commercial will also work. If you make homemade peanut butter, feel free to use that as well.
    • Tamari or Soy Sauce– Coconut aminos also works.
    • Fresh Lime Juice- Lemon juice or rice vinegar can also be used but will result in a slightly different flavor.
    • Garlic Powder- If you have fresh garlic, you can use one minced clove instead.
    • Ground Ginger- If you prefer to use fresh ginger root, you will need 1 teaspoon minced.
    • Warm Water- For best results when mixing, use warm or room temperature water.

    The Method

    1. Mix. Whisk together all of the ingredients, except the water, until combined.

    Peanut sauce whisked in a small mixing bowl.

    2. Add water. Add a little water (1-2 tablespoons at a time), mixing until smooth between each addition. Stop adding water when the sauce meets your desired consistency.

    Water added to the bowl of peanut sauce in order to achieve the desired consistency.

    3. Use. There are so many delicious ways to use this creamy sauce.

    Leftovers and Storage

    To Store: Store leftover peanut butter sauce in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Stir in a bit of additional water when ready to use, if needed.

    To Freeze: This peanut sauce can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and add extra water if needed.

    Make It Your Own

    Make it Sweet- Add 2-3 teaspoons to taste of maple syrup, honey or brown sugar.

    Add a Little Heat- If you prefer a spicier sauce, add ¼-1/2 teaspoon to taste, of red pepper flakes or hot sauce such as sriracha.

    Make it Peanut Free- Navigating a peanut allergy? Swap out peanut butter with sunflower seed butter, almond butter, or cashew butter for a sauce that's safe and scrumptious.

    Add Some Texture- Add an element of texture by using crunchy peanut butter or tossing in chopped green onions for a satisfying contrast to the smoothness of the sauce.

    Bowl of peanut sauce with a jar of peanut butter in the background.

    Ways to Use Peanut Sauce

    There are just SO many ways to use this easy peanut sauce recipe! Try it as:

    • Sauce for lettuce wraps (I never make them without it!)
    • Dip for fresh veggies
    • Poured over buddha bowls or any type of rice bowls and veggie bowls
    • A stir fry sauce (use it in place of the sauce in this chicken stir fry)
    • Chicken satay sauce
    • A topping for noodle dishes
    • Dipping sauce for fresh spring rolls
    • Thai Peanut Dressing in this Thai-inspired Slaw
    Lettuce wraps on a white plate that have been drizzled with peanut sauce.

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    Bowl of peanut sauce with a spoon in it.

    Peanut Sauce

    Packed full of savory peanut butter flavor, this easy sauce recipe comes together in less than ten minutes and is made of just five wholesome, simple ingredients. See the post for different ways to customize it including a sweet or spicy variation as well as find plenty of inspiration for ways to use this versatile sauce!
    5 from 38 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 (¼ cup each)
    Calories: 155kcal

    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoon peanut butter
    • 1 tablespoon Tamari or soy sauce or coconut aminos
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
    • 2-3 tablespoon water
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    Instructions

    • In a small bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients except for the water.
    • Whisk in the water, starting with 2 tablespoon and adding more if necessary to reach desired consistency.

    Notes

    Leftovers
    Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 179mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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    1. Biana

      August 28, 2022 at 8:30 am

      5 stars
      Yum! This sauce looks delicious. Will be great for dipping egg rolls.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        August 29, 2022 at 9:35 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Biana!

        Reply
    2. Michelle

      August 28, 2022 at 9:16 am

      5 stars
      Peanut sauce is my absolute favorite. I could drink it!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        August 29, 2022 at 9:40 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Michelle!

        Reply
    3. Tawnie Kroll

      August 28, 2022 at 9:35 am

      5 stars
      This has become my go to peanut sauce! I love it on noodles, it's sooo good! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        August 29, 2022 at 9:35 am

        I'm glad you enjoy this recipe, Tawnie!

        Reply
    4. Dijana

      August 28, 2022 at 9:58 am

      5 stars
      This was so good as a salad dressing! And I love how simple it is to make!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        August 29, 2022 at 9:39 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Dijana!

        Reply
    5. Cathleen

      August 28, 2022 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      I absolutely LOVE peanut sauce. Your recipe is perfect, I am going to be making it over and over from now on 🙂

      Reply
      • Janessa

        August 29, 2022 at 9:39 am

        I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe, Cathleen!

        Reply

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