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    Easy Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe

    Published: May 29, 2019 · Modified: Mar 13, 2022 · by Tracy Halasz · 1 Comment

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    Super easy and fast to make, this spicy sweet peanut sauce is super addictive and delicious on everything from tofu noodle bowls, lettuce wraps, baked vegetables and more. This yummy peanut sauce is dairy-free, oil-free friendly and 100% vegan.

    Spicy vegan peanut sauce in a bowl sitting in front of a bowl of satay peanut tofu!

    This spicy Thai-inspired peanut sauce is super simple and totally addictive! It takes only a few minutes to make and is incredible on everything. Like seriously, if you have some crusty old bits and bobs in the fridge that you need to use up, drizzle them with this sauce and all of a sudden, you've got a 5 star meal. No joke!

    Save yourself the heartache and double up the sauce, it stores well in the fridge for a week or so; but it won't last that long. Here's some ideas on how to use up this addictive sauce:

    Uses for Easy Peanut Sauce

    • Salad Roll Dip
    • Tofu Scramble
    • Baked Veggies
    • Baked Potato Bar
    • Tofu Noodle Bowl
    • Buddha Bowl
    • Tacos
    • Pizza

    Our favourite way to enjoy this peanut sauce is on this Spicy Satay Tofu Noodle Bowl. However, if you want to dazzle the guests at your next party, make the tofu in that recipe (follow the extra, optional step) and set it out on a platter. I promise there won't be a single crumble left!!!

    Spicy satay tofu noodles in a bowl with carrots, cucumbers, and green onions.

    More Delicious Vegan Sauce Recipes

    I'm a self proclaimed saucy vegan so check out tons of sauce, drizzles and dips on my Vegan Sauce page, but in the meantime, here are some of our top favorites!

    Easy Homemade Peanut Butter - 5 minute, delicious homemade peanut butter recipe.
    Sweet and Spicy Tahini Sauce - blog reader favorite this sauce is epic!
    Easy Cashew Cream Sauce - 10 flavor options! An essential vegan kitchen favorite.
    Vegan Sushi Dipping Sauces - we like sushi and dipping sauces!

    ENJOY!
    x Tracy

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    Spicy peanut sauce in a bowl.

    Easy Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe

    Creamy, spicy sweet peanut satay sauce recipe. This 5 minute vegan sauce is delicious on absolutely everything from tofu to rice bowls, lettuce wraps and noodle bowls. It's an easy to make family favorite!
    Author : Tracy Halasz
    Servings:4 servings

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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins

    INGREDIENTS

    • 4-5 tbsp peanut butter
    • 3-4 tbsp orange juice (or any)
    • 2-4 tbsp lime juice
    • 3 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
    • 1 - 2 tbsp maple syrup
    • 1 tsp sesame oil
    • 1-2 cloves garlic
    • 1-3 tsp ginger, minced
    • ¼ cup sriracha (more or less to taste)
    • 2-4 tbsp water

    INSTRUCTIONS
     

    • Add all ingredients (except the water*) to the blender and blend until smooth. If the consistency is too thick add the water a tablespoonful or two at a time until desired consistency is met.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

    NOTES

    Make your own quick and easy, homemade peanut butter.
    Make this sauce on meal prep day and enjoy it all week drizzled over rice bowls, salads, and noodle wraps or use it for a veggie dipping sauce. 
    Taste and adjust flavors to make it sweeter, tangier or spicer to your family's preference.

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    1. Drew

      July 14, 2023 at 8:09 pm

      5 stars
      This sauce was so good. With a little spice kicked in. Drizzled on some slaw and crispy tofu 👌

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