Chinese Peanut Sauce

Creamy, nutty, and irresistibly flavorful, this Chinese Peanut Sauce is a versatile condiment that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Made with a perfect balance of pantry staples like peanut butter, soy sauce, hoisin, and sesame oil, it’s sweetened with honey, brightened with a splash of rice vinegar, and elevated with fresh garlic and ginger. Customize the heat with a dash of Sriracha for a spicy kick or keep it mild for all palates. Thin it to your desired consistency with warm water and use it as a dip, drizzle, or stir-fry sauce. Garnish with chopped peanuts for an added crunch, and enjoy this savory-sweet delight that’s perfect for everything from Asian-inspired noodle bowls to fresh spring rolls. This easy homemade peanut sauce is a must-have recipe for your culinary arsenal!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Sriracha or chili sauce (optional)
• 4 tablespoons Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Chopped peanuts (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, add the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and Sriracha or chili sauce, if using.

Step 2

Use a whisk to mix the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the warm water, one tablespoon at a time, while whisking. Continue until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. If you prefer a thicker sauce, use less water; for a thinner sauce, add more.

Step 4

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a little more soy sauce for saltiness, honey for sweetness, or Sriracha for spice.

Step 5

Serve immediately as a dipping sauce, drizzle over noodles, or use in stir-fries. Optionally, garnish with chopped peanuts for added texture.

Step 6

Store leftover peanut sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before using, as it may thicken when chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(306.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1044.7

Total Fat 81.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 0.5mg	0%
Sodium 1967.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 33.8g
Protein 37.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 105.4mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1015.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.3%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 20.3%