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Spicy peanut sesame sauce served with spring rolls
Rich and piquant peanut sauce

Spicy Peanut Sesame Sauce

Author: Flavelo
Sauces and Gravies Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes
This sauce is an 'umami' bomb. The sweetness of peanut butter, salty depth of soy sauce, acidity of rice vinegar, and heat of chili meet in a perfectly balanced emulsion. Often known as a dip for spring rolls, it's actually a universal kitchen savior: transforming simple noodles or steamed broccoli into a restaurant-worthy dish in minutes.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 220 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Asian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk (crucial for emulsion)
  • Grater for garlic

Allergen Information

⚠️ Peanut
⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan for a few minutes until fragrant.

Tip: Toasting brings out the nuttiness. Watch closely as they burn fast!
2 ✓

Grate the garlic into a fine paste.

Tip: Since the sauce isn't cooked, large chunks of garlic would be overpowering.
3 ✓

In a bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, honey, garlic, and chili.

Tip: The mixture will look very thick and lumpy at this stage; don't worry.
4 ✓

Gradually whisk in warm water, a tablespoon at a time.

Tip: The warm water dissolves the fat. You'll see the thick clump suddenly turn into a smooth, creamy sauce (emulsion).
5 ✓

Stir in the toasted sesame seeds at the end.

Tip: Make it thinner for noodles, thicker for dipping.

Recipe FAQ

It's too thick, almost solid. Why?
Peanut butter absorbs a lot of water. Don't be afraid to add more water or coconut milk until you reach the desired consistency.
Can I use crunchy peanut butter?
Yes! Crunchy peanut butter adds great texture.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Natural Peanut Butter (unsweetened)
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 2 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar (or Apple Cider Vinegar)
  • 2 tsp Honey or Maple Syrup
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 tsp Red Chili Flakes
  • 1/4 cup Warm Water (adjust as needed)
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds