Vietnamese Peanut Sauce
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 223kcal
A creamy, savory peanut sauce made with peanut butter, hoisin, garlic, and water. Perfect for spring rolls, noodle bowls, and grilled meats.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup peanut butter (smooth)
- ½ cup hoisin sauce
- 1 cup water (or coconut water)
- ½ cup crushed peanuts, for topping
- 2 tablespoons sambal oelek chili paste (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add peanut butter, hoisin sauce, and water. Whisk until smooth.
- Stir in sambal oelek if using.
- Simmer briefly until heated through.
- Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
- Top with crushed peanuts right before serving.
Notes
- Use smooth peanut butter for the best texture.
- Add lime juice or vinegar if skipping chili sauce for balance.
- Thin with water as needed.
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
