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Vietnamese peanut sauce topped with crushed peanuts in a serving bowl with a spoon in it.

Vietnamese Peanut Sauce

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Serving Size: 6 ounces
Author Puja Verma
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DESCRIPTION

This spicy, tangy, and savory Vietnamese peanut sauce is super easy to make at home with only 7 pantry ingredients. The combination of peanut butter, sesame oil, soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce creates an unbelievably flavor-packed sauce that is perfect to dip salad rolls in, toss with stir-fried veggies, or drizzle on baked tofu. Make it in less than 5 minutes!

INGREDIENTS
  

  • 3 tablespoon peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seed oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce low sodium
  • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon crispy chili sauce I use my chili garlic sauce or use store bought.
  • 1 tablespoon water (if needed) or as needed.
  • crushed peanuts optional - to garnish

METHOD
 

  • Heat oil on a pan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes or till it starts to bubble. Add garlic to a medium size bowl. Once the oil heats up, then pour it over the garlic while stirring to prevent it from burning.
  • Then whisk in all the remaining ingredients (starting with the peanut butter) to the garlic one at a time, except the water.
    Note: Water may or may not be needed depending on the type of peanut butter used. Some peanut butters can be more thicker, and may need a little water to achieve a sauce like consistency.
  • Add water a tablespoon at a time, if needed.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness or spiciness per your taste. If you prefer more spicy, then add another teaspoon of chili sauce.
  • Optional: Top it off with crushed peanuts before serving.

NOTES

  • Warm the Oil Gently: Warming the sesame oil helps infuse the garlic into the sauce without burning it. Don’t skip this initial step!
  • Adjust the Consistency: Achieve the right consistency for your recipe needs by increasing or decreasing the amount of water. For a thicker dipping sauce, use less water. For a thinner salad dressing, use more.
  • Whisk it Continuously: Whisk in one ingredient at a time to prevent clumping and ensure a smooth peanut sauce.
  • Add Vegan Fish Sauce: For a more authentic Vietnamese touch, add a small amount of vegan fish sauce.

NUTRITION

Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 393mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.3mg
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Keyword: vietnamese peanut sauce, vietnamese peanut sauce recipe
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