Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe

Introduction

This Spicy Peanut Sauce is a flavorful and versatile condiment that adds a delightful kick to many dishes. Creamy peanut butter combines with zesty lime and spicy sriracha for a balanced sauce perfect for dipping or dressing.

A white plate with three main parts: on the right, two skewers of golden brown grilled chicken resting on a small bed of white rice; on the top left, a small pile of thin, curled green cucumber ribbons mixed with thin red chili slices and small red onion pieces; and in the bottom left, a small white bowl filled with smooth, light brown peanut sauce. The plate is set on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons Water
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, grated

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, water, honey, chopped chives, and grated ginger until smooth and well combined.
  2. Step 2: Serve the sauce as a dip for chicken, grilled meats, and vegetables, or use it as a sauce for noodles, slaw, or rice. It also works great as a salad dressing or marinade.

Tips & Variations

  • Adjust the sriracha to control the heat level—add more for extra spice or less for mild flavor.
  • Swap honey for maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan-friendly option.
  • Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture if desired.

Storage

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Stir well before using. Reheat slightly if serving warm, or enjoy chilled as a dip or dressing.

How to Serve

Two grilled chicken skewers with a golden brown color and slight char marks rest on a bed of fluffy white rice on the right side of a large white plate. To the left of the rice, there is a small white sauce dish filled with smooth, light brown peanut sauce. Above the sauce, there is a small serving of thinly sliced cucumber ribbons mixed with rings of red chili and small pieces of red onion, adding vibrant green, red, and purple colors. The plate sits on a white marbled texture surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this sauce ahead of time?

Yes, this sauce can be prepared up to a week in advance and kept refrigerated to allow flavors to meld.

Is this sauce gluten-free?

It can be gluten-free if you use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari instead of regular soy sauce.

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Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe


  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 3/4 cup 1x

Description

This Spicy Peanut Sauce is a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet condiment with a kick of heat, perfect for enhancing grilled meats, vegetables, noodles, and salads. Made with simple ingredients like creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and sriracha, it offers a versatile flavor profile that can be used as a dip, dressing, or marinade.


Ingredients

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Spicy Peanut Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha
  • 2 tablespoons Water
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, minced

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon sriracha, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives, and 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger until smooth and well blended.
  2. Serve or Store: Use the sauce immediately as a dip for chicken, grilled meats, or vegetables. Alternatively, serve it as a sauce over noodles, slaw, or rice, or use it as a flavorful salad dressing or marinade.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spice level according to your preference.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water to reach your desired consistency.
  • Fresh ginger and chives add brightness; finely mince or chop them to release maximum flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a nut-free alternative, consider using sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Asian

Keywords: spicy peanut sauce, peanut sauce recipe, homemade peanut sauce, Asian peanut sauce, spicy Asian sauce, peanut dip, peanut dressing

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