Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe
Introduction
This Spicy Peanut Sauce is a versatile and flavorful addition to any meal. With a perfect balance of creamy peanut butter, tangy lime, and spicy sriracha, it can be used as a dip, sauce, dressing, or marinade to elevate your dishes.
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
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, water, honey, fresh chives, and fresh ginger until smooth and well combined.
- Step 2: Serve the sauce as a dip with chicken, grilled meats, and vegetables. It can also be used as a sauce for noodles, slaw, or rice, or as a salad dressing or marinade to add a spicy, nutty flavor.
Tips & Variations
- Adjust the sriracha quantity to control the heat level to your preference.
- Add a splash of sesame oil for a deeper, nutty aroma.
- Use creamy or crunchy peanut butter depending on your texture preference.
- Swap fresh ginger with ground ginger if fresh is unavailable, but use about half the amount.
Storage
Store the peanut sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before each use, as separation may occur. For best flavor, allow it to come to room temperature before serving. Reheat gently if using as a warm sauce.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this peanut sauce ahead of time?
Yes, this sauce can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. The flavors will meld together, making it even tastier.
Is this sauce gluten-free?
This depends on the soy sauce used; choose a gluten-free soy sauce or tamari to make the sauce gluten-free.
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Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 cup 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Spicy Peanut Sauce combines creamy peanut butter with tangy lime, savory soy sauce, and a kick of sriracha for a versatile, flavorful condiment. Perfect as a dip for grilled meats and vegetables, or as a sauce and dressing for noodles, slaws, rice, or salads, this easy-to-make sauce adds a spicy, nutty punch to any meal.
Ingredients
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, grated
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sriracha, water, honey, fresh chives, and freshly grated ginger until smooth and well incorporated.
- Serve immediately: Use the sauce right away as a dip for chicken, grilled meats, or vegetables. Alternatively, drizzle it over noodles, slaw, or rice as a flavorful sauce, or enjoy it as a salad dressing or marinade to enhance the flavors of your favorite dishes.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spiciness level to your preference.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little extra water to reach desired consistency.
- Freshly grated ginger is preferable for brightness, but ground ginger can be used in a pinch.
- This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Keywords: Spicy Peanut Sauce, Peanut Dipping Sauce, Asian Inspired Sauce, Peanut Dressing, Sriracha Peanut Sauce
