5 Minute Peanut Sauce
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Salty, smooth, and with a bit of a spicy kick, 5 Minute Peanut Sauce is here to elevate your next meal. A quick no-cook sauce can become a dip, dressing, and marinade for your proteins and veggies.
We’ve all had our share of peanut-dressed noodle salads, but they sometimes fall flat. The addition of sesame oil overwhelms the palate, making it impossible to differentiate any other flavor. In this recipe, the peanut flavor shines through with savory umami additions that amplify but don’t overwhelm.
The best part about this recipe is that it’s a no-cook, no-fuss recipe — no fancy kitchen equipment in sight. Just simply dump and pour. Using maple syrup instead of normal sugar allows for an addition of sweetness without the gritty texture that comes from undissolved sugar.
This is a great sauce for cold noodles, as well as a perfect dipping sauce for spring rolls or sliced veggies.
The soy sauce and ginger give the sauce an earthy taste, while the maple syrup and sriracha provide that perfect duo of sweet and spicy.
This recipe can be easily doubled and stored in the fridge, perfect for any quick impromptu meal.
5 Minute Peanut Sauce
Yield(s): Makes about 8 servings
5m prep time
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Ingredients
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 to 2 teaspoons sriracha hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 to 6 tablespoons water
Preparation
- In a bowl whisk together peanut butter, vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, sriracha, and ground ginger.
- Add in water 1 tablespoon at a time until you achieve a smooth but still thick sauce.
- Serving this over noodles or use as a dish dipping sauce for spring rolls, chicken on a stick, or fresh veggies. Enjoy!
Recipe adapted from Nora Cooks.