Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
0.5 cup

peanut butter

smooth

0.5 cup

water

room temperature

1 tbsp

soy sauce

low sodium

1 tbsp

rice vinegar

1 tbsp

lime juice

fresh

0.25 tsp

sesame oil

1 tsp

Agave

1 piece

ginger

minced

2 unit

garlic

minced

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

red pepper flakes

crushed

Step 1
~2 min

In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter, water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, sesame oil, agave, minced ginger, minced garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes.

Step 2
~2 min

Whisk all ingredients together until well combined.

Step 3
~2 min

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce is warm and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.

Step 4
~2 min

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spice level.

For a thinner sauce, add more water.

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with spring rolls.

Use as a salad dressing.

Serve with grilled chicken or tofu.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Noodles
Grilled chicken
Tofu
Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Common dipping sauce in many Asian cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Dinner
Lunch

Popularity Score

75/100

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