Soy peanut sauce (without coconut milk)
This delicious soy peanut sauce is light and healthy, making the perfect dipping sauce to complement any meal.
This Recipe includes:
 | Soy sauce – low-sodium soy sauce to control the amount of salt |
 | Peanut butter – to serve as the peanut base |
 | Lemon juice – for a taste of sour |
 | Garlic – garlic powder or flakes |
 | Brown sugar – for a touch of sweet to counteract the soy sauce |
 | Rice vinegar – for a touch of sour |
 | (Optional) Red chilli or pepper flakes – for a bit of spice |
If you’re in the mood for a new take on a peanut sauce, then this recipe for soy peanut sauce is for you! It’s a nice twist on the creamy Thai peanut sauce with coconut milk, being lighter that the traditional version.
The tanginess of the peanut butter combined with the saltiness of the soy sauce makes for a delicious dipping sauce or accent to any Asian-inspired meal.
From fresh chicken spring rolls to pieces of meat, you can serve it with just about any thing. You can also serve it as a dressing with a mâche or baby spinach salad.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup of low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of brown sugar
- 1/2 cup of peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Pinch of garlic powder
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, peanut butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, lemon juice, and rice vinegar together to make the sauce.
- Whisk fully to combine.
- If you would like it to be thinner, add a couple of tablespoons of water.
- Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition
Please note: We are not certified nutritionists and these estimates written and produced for entertainment purposes only.
What to serve with it?
This delicious soy peanut sauce can be served with dishes like these potstickers, pork belly, or seafood spring rolls. It is very versatile and can served with anything from grilled beef to fresh vegetables.
How to store it?
This soy peanut dipping sauce can easily be kept the fridge or freezer in an airtight glass jar. Place it in small containers as it will spoil if you try to unfreeze and refreeze it. In order to defrost, place in the fridge for about a day to let it defrost naturally.
