Thai Peanut Dressing from Cpk's Thai Crunch Salad
Transform your salads into a flavor-packed masterpiece with this Thai Peanut Dressing inspired by California Pizza Kitchen's famous Thai Crunch Salad. This velvety dressing blends creamy peanut butter, zesty rice vinegar, tangy lime juice, and the savory umami of soy sauce, all balanced with a touch of honey and sesame oil. Fresh garlic, grated ginger, and a dash of Sriracha add layers of spice and warmth, while water helps achieve the perfect drizzle-worthy consistency. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade dressing is not only quick but also the ultimate addition to salads, grain bowls, or as a dipping sauce. It’s rich, nutty, and perfectly balanced—a must-try for lovers of Thai-inspired flavors!
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Ingredients
- 0.333 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 1.5 teaspoons Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 2-3 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Measure all ingredients and prepare the garlic and ginger by finely mincing or grating them.
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and lime juice until smooth and well combined.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and Sriracha to the mixture and whisk again to fully incorporate.
Step 4
Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking thoroughly until the dressing reaches your desired consistency. The consistency should be pourable but not too thin.
Step 5
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more honey for sweetness, lime juice for tang, or Sriracha for heat.
Step 6
Once the dressing is ready, transfer it to a jar or dressing container and refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 7
The dressing will keep for up to 5-7 days in the refrigerator. Stir well before each use as slight separation may occur.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (282.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 791.4 |
| Total Fat 60.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1523.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 34.3g | |
| Protein 23.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 77.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 692.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories