Vegan 5-Minute Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce Recipe

Vegan 5-Minute Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce Recipe

Today we are making a Vegan 5-Minute Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce Recipe! This easy peanut sauce is not just a condiment; it’s a great recipe with tons of flavor that will elevate your appetizers like fresh spring rolls, can be used as a salad dressing like in Thai salad (yes to Buddha bowls with rice noodles and crispy tofu?!) to a whole new level! Plus, the best part? It’s ready in less than 10 minutes!

What is peanut butter sauce? This is a creamy sauce in many cuisines such as Indonesian and Thai cuisine to name a few. It has a sweet, tangy, nutty and spicy flavor all in one. Peanut sauce usually uses lime juice, coconut milk, ginger, garlic, hot sauce, fish sauce, soy sauce and peanut butter. This type of sauce is also known as satay sauce, which uses ground and fried peanuts. It comes from Indonesia and is served with grilled meat, but this sauce can be used in many different recipes depending on the country.

So we’ll be blending together a few simple ingredients for this delicious sauce, including creamy peanut butter, the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup, the savory depth of tamari, and the bright zing of lemon juice for a tangy zesty flavor. But that’s not all! We’ll also add a dash of sesame oil for that irresistible nutty aroma, finely grated fresh ginger for a hint of warmth, and a touch of unsweetened plant-based milk to achieve the perfect silky consistency. For those who crave a little extra flair, we’ve even got some optional black sesame seeds to sprinkle on top, or however you like it as per personal preference. So let’s dive into the best peanut sauce!

Why You’ll Love This Vegan 5-Minute Thai Peanut Dipping Sauce Recipe

Quick and Easy to Prepare: In today’s fast-paced world, convenience is key. This vegan peanut sauce recipe’s standout feature is its incredible speed and simplicity. With just five minutes of your time, you can craft a mouthwatering dipping sauce that’s a game-changer for your snacks and appetizers. Whether you have unexpected guests or a sudden craving, this recipe’s got your back, offering a delicious solution in no time.

A Symphony of Flavors: One of the most captivating aspects of this sauce is its flavor profile. It’s not just a sauce; it’s a symphony of tastes that dance on your palate. Creamy peanut butter sets the stage with its nutty richness. Pure maple syrup provides a natural sweetness that perfectly complements the savory notes. Tamari contributes depth and umami, while lemon juice adds a zingy brightness. Sesame oil brings a delightful nuttiness, and fresh ginger introduces a subtle warmth. Finally, a touch of unsweetened plant-based milk ensures a silky, luscious texture. Together, these ingredients create a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Substitutions: Sweet Ingredients

Maple Syrup: Use pure maple syrup, that doesn’t include any additional ingredients – just one ingredient on the label. You can substitute with agave nectar instead. Note that many maple syrups you can find at the grocery store are used as pancake syrup (like Aunt Jemima maple syrup that I used to drizzle all over my stack of chocolate chip and blueberry pancakes as a kid – did you do the same)?!

Many popular pancake syrups are not actually pure maple syrup, but instead lots of sugar and fake maple flavor. It’s necessary to use the correct maple syrup for the taste of this recipe and to avoid an overpowering fake maple flavor that usually comes with artificial syrup.

Substitutions: Nutty Ingredients

Peanut Butter: Use natural peanut butter. Creamy peanut butter is usually in a dipping sauce, but you can also use crunchy peanut butter. Natural peanut butter will only have one ingredient on the label – peanuts. It shouldn’t contain added salt, oils or sugars (and it wouldn’t be refined sugar-free in that case, either).

If you are using a type of peanut butter that does contain these added ingredients, you may need to adjust the tamari to reduce the overall salt in the recipe, and adjust the proportions of the other liquid ingredients to achieve the desired consistency.

Sesame Oil: Use toasted sesame oil instead of regular. You can find this alongside the tamari in the International or Asian foods aisle of a supermarket, or at an Asian-specific market.

Black Sesame Seeds: These add a color contrast into the recipe, and are full of nutrition as well! You can use white sesame seeds, or omit them completely.

Substitutions: Other Ingredients

Lemon Juice: Use fresh lime juice instead of lemon juice. For best results, stick with the freshly squeezed juice instead of a pre-bottled one.

Fresh Ginger Root: Use fresh ginger, not dried ginger powder. Do not substitute.

Tamari: Tamari is the lower-sodium, gluten-free substitute to soy sauce. It’s made from soybeans, water, salt and fermented rice, and is the liquid that comes from soybean paste (aka, miso) when it ages. You can use soy sauce, but regular soy sauce is not gluten-free. For an even lower sodium recipe, use coconut aminos. However, be wary that the taste will be very different when the saltiness from the tamari is taken away!

Vegan 5-Minute Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe Notes

• My favorite way to serve this peanut sauce is with rice rolls with a cilantro, mango, cucumber, tofu and carrot stuffing. It’s the perfect summer meal!
• Want to kick up the heat? Add in some more chili sauce or red pepper flakes!

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