Vegan Gluten Free Spicy Peanut Sauce

Total time10 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

Creamy peanut butter forms the base of this bold, zippy sauce, whisked with tamari for savory depth and brightened with fresh lime juice and rice vinegar. Toasted sesame oil and grated ginger add warmth and complexity, while chili-garlic sauce brings the heat — adjust it up or down to your liking. A splash of warm water thins everything to a silky, pourable consistency that coats the back of a spoon perfectly, making it ideal for drizzling over noodles, grain bowls, or crisp veggies. Scatter on some chopped roasted peanuts for crunch and it's ready in minutes, no cooking required. This one keeps well in the fridge for up to five days, so it's easy to have on hand whenever a plant-based meal needs a savory, spicy boost.

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Ingredients

6 servings

½ cup creamy peanut butter
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3 tbsp tamari
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
2 tbsp honey
Chef's tip
Use the same amount. Maple syrup is a little thinner and less sticky than honey.
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
1–2 tbsp chili-garlic sauce, to taste
1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
2–4 tbsp warm water, as needed
1 tbsp chopped roasted peanuts (optional)

Instructions

1
Add the peanut butter, tamari, rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, chili-garlic sauce, and grated ginger to a medium bowl.
2
Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, about 1 minute.

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