Published Jul 11, 2024 Updated Aug 12, 2024
Authentic Thai Peanut Sauce
Thai peanut sauce is probably one of the most popular Asian dipping sauces, loved by everyone for its rich, creamy texture and perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors, making it tasty, versatile, and addictive. This Asian peanut sauce is not just for skewers like Thai chicken sate, Malaysian chicken satay, or grilled meat; it’s also fantastic with other proteins like shrimp or fish. You can add it to salads for extra flavor, dip fresh veggies in it, or mix it into noodles for a tasty meal. Most people think peanut sauce is difficult to make and never attempt it at home. The best thing about my easy Thai peanut sauce recipe is that it doesn’t involve much cooking. All you need to do is mix six simple ingredients in a saucepan, heat it up, and voila! In just 15 minutes, you’ll have rich and savory Asian peanut sauce ready to enjoy. Best of all, this recipe is vegan-friendly thanks to the simple, plant-based ingredients I used.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
A breeze to make. This recipe is beginner-friendly and foolproof. It only requires six simple ingredients and just four simple steps. Perfect for busy days when you need a quick and delicious sauce to enhance your meals in no time! Vegan-friendly. With plant-based ingredients, my recipe is perfect for vegans and still keeps that great taste and authenticity. Versatility. You can use it in many ways—dip skewers, add extra flavor to salads, drizzle over grilled veggies, or mix into noodles for a tasty twist. Meal prep friendly. Prepare a batch ahead of time for quick and easy meals throughout the week.
Thai Peanut Sauce Ingredients
You will only need a few key ingredients:
Peanut butter- gives the sauce its rich, nutty flavor base. Coconut milk – makes the sauce creamy and smooth. Thai red curry paste – adds spicy and aromatic Thai flavors. Apple cider vinegar – adds a tangy kick that balances the richness of the sauce. Salt – gives the sauce its savory taste. Sugar – adds a bit of sweetness to balance the spicy and tangy flavors.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients.
How To Make Peanut Sauce
Helpful Tips For Home Cooks
Go for creamy peanut butter to get a smooth sauce texture. Control the thickness of the sauce by adjusting the amount of coconut milk—add more for a thinner consistency, less for a thicker sauce. Heat the sauce gently over low heat to prevent burning or separating, stirring frequently.
What To Serve With This Recipe
This versatile, rich, and creamy peanut butter Thai sauce is best served as a condiment with dishes like skewers (such as Filipino chicken skewers and shrimp kebab), fresh spring rolls, or as a flavorful dressing for wraps (such as vegan lettuce wraps) and many more. For a wholesome Thai meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following: I hope you enjoy this post as much as I do. If you try my recipe, please share your photo in the Comments section and consider giving it a 5-star rating. I can’t wait to see your creations! Want more easy and delicious recipes? Subscribe to my newsletter and follow me on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for new updates.
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