Quick Spring Roll Peanut Sauce

A great spring roll is all about balancing fresh veggies and meats, but the real star is the dipping sauce. While spring rolls are often paired with fish sauce or peanut sauce, I always find myself reaching for creamy peanut sauce. Its sweetness and saltiness complement the spring rolls perfectly. In this recipe, I’ll show you how to make a quick and delicious peanut sauce for your fresh spring rolls.

Spring Roll Peanut Sauce Origin

Peanut sauce is a staple in many Southeast Asian dishes, but its origins trace back to Indonesia. The key ingredients—peanuts, soy sauce, coconut milk, and lime juice—create a rich, flavorful base. However, there are countless variations of peanut sauce across Southeast Asia. For this recipe, I’ll be using a Vietnamese-inspired version, adding a unique twist to the classic peanut sauce. You can use this sauce with a variety of dishes, such as noodles, satay, vegetables, lettuce wraps, and more!

Spring Roll Peanut Sauce Ingredients

• Neutral oil: I like using canola oil.
• 4 cloves garlic: You can add more or less garlic cloves.
• 1/2 cup water: Adjust to desired consistency.
• 4 tbsp peanut butter: I like using smooth peanut butter with simple ingredients.
• 5-6 tbsp hoisin sauce: Adjust to desired sweetness consistency.

Instructions

Drizzle neutral oil into a pan and heat.
Add garlic and sauté until slightly browned.

Add the rest of the ingredients.

Simmer for a few minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more peanut butter for a thicker consistency or more water for a thinner consistency. You can also add more hoisin sauce for extra sweetness.

Store the rest of the unused peanut sauce in an air-tight container for up to two weeks.

If you enjoyed this spring roll peanut sauce recipe, you might like this healthy fruit salad recipe.