Description
This Five-Minute Peanut Satay Sauce is a versatile and flavorful condiment that can be whipped up in no time. Creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, and a few other key ingredients come together to create a rich and savory sauce with a hint of spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Peanut Satay Sauce:
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup warm water, as needed
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, brown sugar, sesame oil, grated ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Gradually add warm water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a dash of sriracha.
- This sauce works great as a dip for spring rolls, a dressing for salads, or a drizzle over grilled meats and veggies.
- Natural peanut butter may require extra whisking for a smooth texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
