Description
Thai Peanut Sauce is a creamy and vibrant sauce bursting with bold, nutty flavors. Perfect for drizzling, dipping, or tossing, this sauce blends natural ingredients to add warmth and excitement to a variety of meals. Its rich, slightly tangy, and satisfying taste enhances noodles, grilled vegetables, and fresh spring rolls, making it a versatile kitchen staple.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 2 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Flavor Enhancers
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (natural)
- 1 clove crushed garlic
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
Texture & Consistency
- 3–4 tbsp water
- 1/4 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Combine the Peanut Butter and Liquids: Start by placing peanut butter, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and freshly squeezed lime juice into a mixing bowl. Whisk these together carefully to create a smooth, creamy base with balanced tang and depth.
- Add Sweetness and Spice: Next, add maple syrup (natural) for sweetness, crushed garlic for a flavor boost, and red chili flakes for mild heat. Mix everything thoroughly to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Adjust Thickness: Slowly stir in water and a small amount of natural gelling agent to achieve the perfect texture. The sauce should be thick enough to cling to food but smooth enough to drizzle easily.
- Taste and Adjust: Give the sauce a final taste test. If it needs more acidity, add a squeeze of lime juice; if it needs sweetness, add a touch more maple syrup. Tailor the flavor to your preference.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice to enhance brightness and balance richness.
- Whisk the mixture well to ensure a smooth, lump-free sauce with silky consistency.
- Control the heat by adjusting the amount of red chili flakes gradually.
- Add water slowly to customize the sauce thickness for dipping or drizzling.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Thai Peanut Sauce, Peanut Sauce, Vegan Sauce, Gluten Free Sauce, Nutty Sauce, Dipping Sauce, Sauce for Noodles
