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3 Ingredient Peanut Sauce (The Easiest Ever!)

Peanut Sauce

Peanut sauce is rich, creamy, and versatile, perfect for drizzling over noodles, as a dip, or for marinating proteins. This includes a quick 3-ingredient recipe and a flavorful version with garlic and lime.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dip, Sauce
Cuisine: Asian, Thai
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

3 Ingredient Peanut Sauce
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter (unsweetened)
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
  • 3–4 tablespoons warm water (to thin as needed)
Easy Peanut Sauce
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or agave
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon grated ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 3–4 tablespoons warm water

Method
 

3 Ingredient Peanut Sauce Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, and maple syrup. Stir until smooth.
  2. Gradually add warm water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
  3. If you prefer it sweeter, add another teaspoon of maple syrup. For saltiness, add a splash more soy sauce.
  4. Serve immediately or store for later.
Easy Peanut Sauce Instructions
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Slowly add warm water, stirring until smooth.
  3. Allow the sauce to sit for 5–10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  4. Add more lime for tang, honey for sweetness, or soy sauce for saltiness as needed.

Notes

These sauces are perfect for meal prep, drizzling over salads, or using as dipping sauces. Store in an airtight jar in the fridge.