Silky, rich, and packed with bold flavor, this peanut sauce comes together in one saucepan with a whisk and about ten minutes of your time. Creamy peanut butter melts down with soy sauce, fresh lime juice, honey, and toasted sesame oil into a glossy base, while grated garlic and ginger add warmth and a pinch of red pepper flakes brings gentle heat. A splash of warm water lets you dial the texture exactly where you want it — thick enough for dipping spring rolls and satay skewers, or loosened into a pourable dressing for noodles and slaws. Stir in sriracha if you want extra kick, then taste and adjust until the balance of salty, sweet, and tangy feels just right. It's an easy, versatile sauce to keep on hand, and it fits beautifully into a vegetarian kitchen. Serve it warm over grain bowls or let it cool and drizzle it over crunchy vegetables for an instant flavor upgrade.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →6 servings
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.
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!
(16k)
