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Vietnamese Peanut sauce recipe

a bowl full of Vientam peanut sauce - This Vietnamese peanut sauce is a delightful blend of creamy peanut butter, savory hoisin, and zesty lime juice, perfect for dipping, drizzling, or dressing. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it’s an excellent accompaniment for spring rolls, salads, noodle bowls, and grilled veggies. Ready in minutes, this versatile sauce will become a staple in your kitchen!
This Vietnamese peanut sauce is a delightful blend of creamy peanut butter, savory hoisin, and zesty lime juice, perfect for dipping, drizzling, or dressing. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it’s an excellent accompaniment for spring rolls, salads, noodle bowls, and grilled veggies. Ready in minutes, this versatile sauce will become a staple in your kitchen!
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Serving Size 8 servings

Ingredients

Vietnamese peanut dipping sauce ingredients

  • ½ cup (125g) peanut butter
  • ½ cup (120g) hoisin sauce
  • ⅔ cup (160ml) boiling water
  • 2 teaspoons (10ml) freshly squeezed lime juice, lemon juice, or vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic minced (about 9 grams)
  • Crushed roasted peanuts for serving (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) sriracha adjust to taste (optional)

Instructions

How to make Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Recipe instructions:

  • Heat water until boiling using a stove, teakettle, or microwave.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the boiling water and minced garlic. Stir and let it sit for a minute to allow the garlic to infuse.
    Then, whisk in the peanut butter, hoisin sauce, and lime juice (or vinegar) until the mixture is smooth and well-blended. [Note: The sauce will thicken as it cools.
    Add more water as needed to achieve your desired consistency.]
  • Transfer the sauce to individual dipping bowls. Garnish with crushed roasted peanuts and a drizzle of sriracha, if desired.

Notes

Customize Heat Level: Tailor the spiciness by incorporating chili garlic sauce, sriracha, sambal Oelek, or fresh chili peppers. Begin with a small amount and gradually add more until you reach your desired level of heat.
Adjust Consistency: Modify the thickness of the sauce by varying the amount of water. For a thinner sauce, add more water; for a thicker sauce, use less. Remember, the sauce may thicken as it cools, so you can adjust the consistency just before serving.

Here are some delicious vegan peanut sauce flavor variations to add some excitement to your dishes:

Spicy Thai Peanut Sauce

- Add: 1-2 tablespoons red curry paste, 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
- This variation brings a spicy kick and a touch of aromatic flavor, perfect for pairing with noodles or grilled vegetables.

Coconut Peanut Sauce

- Add: ¼ cup (60 ml) coconut milk, 1 teaspoon lime zest.
- The addition of coconut milk adds a creamy, tropical twist, making it an excellent dressing for salads or a dip for fresh spring rolls.

Ginger-Lime Peanut Sauce

- Add: 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger, 1 tablespoon lime zest.
- This variation offers a zesty, refreshing flavor with a bit of warmth from the ginger, great for drizzling over roasted veggies or tofu.

Maple-Sriracha Peanut Sauce

- Add: 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1-2 teaspoons sriracha.
- The sweet and spicy combination of maple syrup and sriracha makes this variation ideal for dipping or as a sauce for stir-fries.

Miso Peanut Sauce

- Add: 1 tablespoon white or yellow miso paste.
- Miso paste enhances the umami flavor, making this sauce a perfect complement for noodle bowls or veggie wraps.

Cilantro-Lime Peanut Sauce

- Add: ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 additional tablespoon lime juice.
- Fresh cilantro and extra lime juice add a bright, herbaceous note, perfect for salads or as a topping for grain bowls.

Garlic-Sesame Peanut Sauce

- Add: 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds.
- The nutty sesame oil and seeds add depth and texture, making this sauce great for dipping or as a marinade.

Hoisin-Sriracha Peanut Sauce

- Add: 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, 1 teaspoon sriracha.
- The combination of hoisin sauce and sriracha creates a sweet and spicy flavor, excellent for dipping spring rolls or adding to noodle dishes.
Turmeric-Lemon Peanut Sauce
- Add: 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
- Turmeric and lemon juice provide an earthy and tangy twist, ideal for drizzling over roasted cauliflower or chickpeas.