A quick and creamy peanut sauce made with just three ingredients—perfectly balanced, versatile, and ready in under a minute.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Minimal ingredients: Only three pantry staples needed.
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Creamy & flavorful: Rich peanut butter melds with tangy soy and sweet maple/honey for a balanced sauce.
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Ultra‑quick: Whispers of mixing and you’re done.
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Incredibly versatile: Ideal for dipping, drizzling, or dressing.
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Customizable: Use it for satay, noodles, salads, wraps, and more.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
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½ cup creamy peanut butter
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2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten‑free)
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2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
Directions
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Combine ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, and maple syrup (or honey) until smooth and creamy. -
Adjust consistency
If it’s too thick, add 1 teaspoon of warm water at a time until you reach your preferred consistency for dipping or drizzling. -
Taste and tweak
Taste the sauce. Add a little extra soy sauce for saltiness or more syrup/honey for sweetness, if desired.
Servings and timing
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Yield: ~⅓ cup (enough for 2–3 servings)
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Prep time: 1 minute
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Total time: ~1 minute
Variations
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Spicy kick: Stir in a pinch of crushed red pepper or a drop of Sriracha.
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Tangy twist: Add a teaspoon of lime juice or rice vinegar.
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Ginger-garlic flavor: Mix in ¼ teaspoon garlic powder or grated fresh ginger.
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Coconut cream version: Stir in a tablespoon of coconut milk for extra creaminess.
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Nut-free swap: Use sunflower‑seed butter instead of peanut butter.
Storage/reheating
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Room temperature: Store in a covered bowl for up to 1 day.
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Refrigerator: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Reheat or thin: Warm gently in the microwave or let sit for 10 minutes before using; add a splash of water to revive texture if thickened.
FAQs
1. Can I use natural peanut butter instead of creamy?
Yes—just whisk well and add a bit of warm water if it’s too thick or oily.
2. Is it gluten‑free?
It can be—use tamari or gluten‑free soy sauce.
3. Can I double or triple the recipe?
Absolutely—just maintain the 3:1 ratio of ingredients.
4. Can I make it ahead?
Yes—make ahead and store; stir before serving as it may thicken or separate slightly.
5. What’s the best consistency for dipping?
About the thickness of honey or tahini works well. Thin it for drizzling.
6. Is there a vegan option?
Yes—use maple syrup (not honey) and tamari for vegan suitability.
7. Can I freeze it?
Not recommended—peanut oil can separate when frozen.
8. What can I use it with?
Great on noodle bowls, grilled chicken or tofu, veggie crudités, fresh spring rolls, or drizzled over roasted veggies.
9. Can I reduce sugar?
You can halve the syrup/honey and still get a tasty flavor.
10. How long does it keep?
Up to 5 days in the fridge. Stir before using, as ingredients may separate.
Conclusion
This 3‑Ingredient Peanut Sauce is a speedy, tasty solution for when you want creamy depth with minimal effort. Whip it up in seconds and elevate everything from snacks to meals with its rich, balanced flavor. Enjoy it fresh, chilled, or lightly warmed—your new favorite go‑to sauce.
