Ginger Peanut Stir Fry Sauce

Elevate your stir-fry game with this ultra-flavorful Ginger Peanut Stir Fry Sauce, a quick and easy recipe that comes together in just 5 minutes! Creamy peanut butter pairs perfectly with savory soy sauce, tangy rice vinegar, and a touch of honey for sweetness, while freshly grated ginger and minced garlic infuse it with bold aromatics. A dash of sesame oil adds a nutty depth, and for those who love a little heat, optional red pepper flakes bring a subtle kick. This versatile, homemade sauce is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy, making it an irresistible addition to your favorite stir-fried vegetables, noodles, or protein. Designed to fit effortlessly into busy schedules, it’s a must-have recipe that’s not only simple to whip up but also stores beautifully for meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons water
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, add peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Stir in sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic.

Step 4

Gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. If a thinner sauce is preferred, add an extra tablespoon of water.

Step 5

For a hint of spice, stir in the crushed red pepper flakes (optional).

Step 6

Taste the sauce, and adjust for sweetness, saltiness, or acidity as needed by adding more honey, soy sauce, or rice vinegar.

Step 7

Use immediately with your stir fry, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	240.6 grams (240.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	556

Total Fat 39.00g	50%
Saturated Fat 7.00g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2317mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate 43.10g	16%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 31.30g
Protein 17.10g	34%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 59mg	5%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 547mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.3%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 29.1%