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Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe

by Jennifer Debth August 1, 2018
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5 from 5 votes
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This Thai Peanut Sauce is insanely creamy, packed with flavor, and so versatile! Use this 5 minute recipe as a sauce for pasta or pizza, a dip for spring rolls, or even as a salad dressing.

Easy peanut sauce in mason jar

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This Thai peanut sauce is SO easy, so versatile, and oh yeah, SO DELICIOUS! Pour it over noodles, use it as a pizza sauce, drizzle it over a salad, or just drink it with a straw. 😉

However you choose to use it, this peanut sauce is HEAVEN!

Ingredients

This perfect combination of ingredients creates the tangiest, creamiest, saltiest, most delicious peanut sauce ever.

  • Peanut Butter – I use an all-natural, no-sugar-added variety to keep this healthy!
  • Rice Vinegar and Lime Juice – adds a delicious tanginess to offset the creaminess of the peanut butter.
  • Soy Sauce – adds a salty, umami flavor that pairs really well with the rich peanut butter.
  • Fish Sauce – gives the peanut sauce that Thai flavor, but omit if vegan or vegetarian.
  • Sesame Oil – adds a nutty, Asian flair.
  • Sriracha – more or less to taste. I like mine extra spicy! Spice it up even more with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes!
  • Garlic Powder and Ground Ginger – the perfect combination of spices to create this Asian-inspired sauce. I love dried herbs for their concentrated flavors and subtle texture. I also ALWAYS have these on hand.
Pro tip
Feel free to use 1 tablespoon each minced fresh garlic and ginger to replace the ground herbs, if desired.

How to make

Because this Thai peanut sauce is so easy to make, I LOVE it for last minute dinner recipes. This sauce + frozen veggies + whatever pasta you have on hand = dinner ready in under 30 minutes!

  1. Place all the ingredients in a bowl, food processor, mason jar, or blender.Easy peanut sauce ingredients in mixing bowl
  2. Mix until well-combined. Thin out with water if necessary, then serve and enjoy!Mixed peanut sauce
Pro tip
This peanut sauce stores really well in the fridge, so I always have some on hand for dinner emergencies!

What peanut butter to use for Thai peanut sauce

Use an all-natural, no sugar added, just nuts variety for thai peanut sauce. This keeps the recipe healthy and free from super processed ingredients. It’s also thinner than processed peanut butter, so it creates a better texture. Because it just contains nuts, you also have more control over how sweet and salty the final sauce is.

If you don’t have all natural peanut butter on hand, feel free to use more processed peanut butters like Jiff and Skippy. You could even try a crunchy peanut butter for extra texture!

Can i use a different nut butter?

I highly recommend all natural peanut butter for the best texture and flavor, but if you have a peanut allergy in the family, you can try using another nut or seed butter like almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter!

Is this vegan?

Simply omit the fish sauce to make this Thai peanut sauce vegan. You will lose some of that yummy Thai flavor but it will still be delicious!

Is this gluten-free?

Soy sauce is NOT gluten-free. However, you can easily make this gluten-free by subbing the soy sauce out for tamari or coconut aminos.

Throw your thai peanut sauce on your favorite gluten-free pasta or drizzle it over these chicken lettuce wraps for a delicious and healthy gluten-free meal.

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What can i use Thai peanut sauce for?

Here are some of my favorite ways to use this easy peanut sauce!

  1. As a dipping sauce. For chicken, tofu, or spring rolls.
  2. On pasta. Try these Thai peanut noodles.
  3. Over rice bowls. Sub it for the spicy mayo on this spicy tuna roll bowl for a Thai twist.
  4. As a dressing. Drizzle it on these Asian lettuce wraps or over a salad.
  5. As a pizza sauce. Give this easy Thai chicken naan pizza recipe a try!

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How to store

This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to two months.

If frozen, let the sauce thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using it. The sauce can then be reheated, if desired, in the microwave or on the stovetop.

What’s not to love?

– Jennifer

Jar of peanut sauce

Thai Peanut Sauce

5 from 5 votes
This Thai Peanut Sauce is insanely creamy, packed with flavor, and so versatile! Use this 5 minute recipe as a sauce for pasta or pizza, a dip for spring rolls, or even as a salad dressing.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
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Yield: 16 tablespoons
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Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons peanut butter all natural, no sugar added, “just peanuts” variety
  • 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce gluten free variety if necessary
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce omit if vegan/vegetarian
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha more or less to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

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Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a bowl and whisk until fully combined.
  • Store in a sealed container in the fridge. 
  • Thin out as necessary with water or coconut milk depending on the recipe you're using the sauce in. 
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STORING
Room Temp:N/A
Refrigerator:7 Week
Freezer:2 Months
Reheat:Reheat in microwave or on stovetop
*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Thai Peanut Sauce
Amount Per Serving (1 tablespoon)
Calories 67 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 273mg12%
Potassium 78mg2%
Carbohydrates 2g1%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin C 2.3mg3%
Calcium 4mg0%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.

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  1. Anonymous

    Gatineau, Quebec

    June 1, 2022 at 3:12 pm

    5 stars
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  2. Melanie

    Vancouver, British Columbia

    May 1, 2022 at 9:57 pm

    Could unseasoned rice vinegar be used or would it completely change the flavour?
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    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      May 2, 2022 at 11:06 am

      It’ll be fine 🙂
  3. SN

    United States

    February 18, 2021 at 5:58 am

    5 stars This was amazing! I subbed peanut butter with almond butter and added crushed almonds for texture, used a squeezed slice of lemon instead of lime, and also added chili garlic sauce with a squirt of sriracha. I also did not used a quarter cup of rice vinegar, just a splash.
    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      February 18, 2021 at 8:10 am

      Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed 🙂
  4. Anonymous

    San Gabriel, California

    August 25, 2020 at 9:07 pm

    5 stars
    Reply
  5. Anonymous

    San Diego, California

    July 12, 2020 at 3:59 pm

    5 stars
    Reply
  6. Darryl

    October 4, 2018 at 7:40 am

    5 stars Hi! Looks great. Can you freeze the peanut sauce? Or if not, how long will it last in the fridge?
    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      October 4, 2018 at 10:42 am

      Thanks so much! I think you could probably freeze this! It’s good in the fridge for about a week I’d say 🙂

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