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Quick and Creamy 5-Minute Peanut Sauce

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Make this versatile, restaurant-quality peanut sauce in under five minutes using simple ingredients. It works perfectly as a dip, dressing, or marinade.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup warm water (or more for thinning)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce for heat

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients near your mixing bowl.
  2. Add the peanut butter, warm water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to a medium bowl.
  3. If using, add the sriracha or chili garlic sauce now.
  4. Whisk all ingredients together vigorously until the sauce is completely smooth and creamy.
  5. Check the consistency. If the sauce is too thick for drizzling, add more warm water, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired texture.
  6. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed (add more sweetener for sweetness, or vinegar for tang).
  7. Use immediately as a dip for spring rolls or vegetables, or toss with noodles or salad greens.

Notes

  • For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • To make this sauce gluten-free, substitute tamari for the soy sauce.
  • Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. The sauce will thicken when chilled; whisk in a little warm water before serving.
  • This recipe is excellent as a marinade for chicken or tofu before grilling or baking.

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