Gluten Free Lime Peanut Sauce
This bright, creamy sauce comes together in one bowl in just minutes, and the flavor payoff is genuinely impressive. Natural peanut butter forms the rich base, while freshly squeezed lime juice cuts through with a sharp citrus punch that keeps every bite feeling light and lively. Tamari steps in where regular soy sauce would normally go, delivering that same savory depth without any wheat — making this a sauce you can drizzle freely without second-guessing the label. A little toasted sesame oil, fresh ginger, and red pepper flakes round things out with warmth and complexity that tastes like it took far more effort than a quick whisk. You control the consistency by adding warm water gradually, so whether you want a thick dip or a silky dressing, it's easy to dial in. The optional lime zest is worth adding if you have it — it lifts the whole thing with an extra hit of citrus fragrance. Makes enough for six servings, so it's perfect for a dinner spread, noodle bowls, grilled proteins, or anything else that could use a serious flavor upgrade.
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6 servings
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (creamy)
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp tamari
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 3–5 tbsp warm water
- 1 tsp lime zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the peanut butter, lime juice, tamari, honey, sesame oil, ginger, and red pepper flakes to a small bowl. Whisk together until smooth and fully combined.
- 2
Add warm water 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition, until the sauce is pourable and coats the back of a spoon — about 3 to 5 tablespoons total depending on your peanut butter's thickness.
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