Creamy peanut butter forms the base of this silky sauce, brightened with fresh lime juice and grated garlic and ginger for a punch of flavor in every spoonful. Toasted sesame oil and rice vinegar add depth and a subtle tang, while red pepper flakes bring gentle heat that builds as it simmers. A quick session on the stovetop melts everything into a glossy, pourable sauce, and warm water lets you thin it to whatever consistency you're after — thick for dipping, looser for drizzling over noodles or grain bowls. Stir in sriracha if you want extra kick, then adjust with more lime, more sweetness, or a touch more salt until it tastes just right. This one comes together in minutes and keeps well, making it an easy staple to have on hand for a plant-based kitchen.
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Combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
Whisk constantly until the peanut butter melts into the other ingredients and the sauce is smooth and uniform, about 2–3 minutes.
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