Best 7 Sesame Peanut Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with our tantalizing collection of sesame peanut sauce recipes. Stemming from the vibrant street food markets of Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia, these sauces burst with a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Discover a symphony of textures, ranging from creamy and smooth to crunchy and delightful. With an array of recipes tailored to suit various dietary preferences, from classic peanut sauce to vegan and gluten-free alternatives, we guarantee a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving for more. Get ready to elevate your favorite dishes, whether it's noodles, spring rolls, or grilled meats, with our versatile and flavorful sesame peanut sauces.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COLD CHINESE NOODLES IN PEANUT-SESAME SAUCE



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Dressing will keep well indefinitely in the refrigerator. Use about 2-4 heaping Tbsp. of dressing per pound of noodles. Recipe may be prepared up to 1 day ahead of time through Step 3 and kept refrigerated.

Provided by Elmotoo

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 tablespoons peanut butter
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
6 tablespoons dark soy sauce
6 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste)
1/2 cup dark sesame oil
2 tablespoons sherry wine
4 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup honey
4 medium garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 -2 tablespoon hot pepper oil (see instructions below)
1/2 cup hot water
1 lb chinese noodles (or any spaghetti or fettucini-type pasta)
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1 carrot, peeled (optional)
1/2 medium firm cucumber, peeled, seeded, and julienned (optional)
1/2 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped (optional)
2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook noodles in large pot of boiling unsalted water over medium heat until barely tender and still firm. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water until cold. Drain well and toss noodles with (2 Tbsp) dark sesame oil so they don't stick together.
  • FOR DRESSING:
  • Combine all ingredients except hot water in a blender or food processor fitted with steel blade and blend until smooth. Thin with hot water to consistency of whipping cream.
  • For carrot curls: peel flesh of carrot in short shavings about 4" long. Place in ice water for 15 minutes to curl.
  • Just before serving, toss noodles with sauce. Garnish with cucumber, peanuts, green onion, and carrot curls. Serve at room temperature.
  • * HOT PEPPER OIL: the amount you use depends on how hot you like it. 2 tablespoons.
  • will give it a nice "bite." If your tastes run to the very hot, you might want to use 3TB.
  • If you want to make your own oil:
  • 1/4 cup hot red pepper flakes, 1 cup oil. Combine in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to boil, and immediately turn off heat. Let cool. Strain in small glass container that can be sealed. Refrigerate.
  • Lasts indefinitely.

'SESAME' NOODLES WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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Make and share this 'sesame' Noodles With Peanut Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MsKittyKat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 cloves garlic
1/2 cup natural-style peanut butter
1/2 cup soy sauce
5 tablespoons sugar
1 -2 tablespoon hot chili oil (adjust to your liking)
1/2 teaspoon rice wine or 1/2 teaspoon dry sherry
1 lb spaghetti, cooked according to package directions,cooled
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Mince the garlic in a food processor, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides.
  • Add peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, chili oil and rice wine.
  • Puree 1 minute and allow sauce to stand for 1 to 2 hours to allow flavors to develop.
  • Put the spaghetti in a large bowl; top with sauce.
  • Mix until the pasta strands are evenly coated.
  • Garnish with green onions.

SOBA WITH SESAME PEANUT SAUCE



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A nice Asian side dish that goes very well with seafood skewers. I personally add a little more peanut butter because I like the taste and to thicken the sauce a little more.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Asian

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces soba noodles (buckwheat noodles)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
5 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 inch fresh ginger
1 garlic clove
2 green onions
2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon hot chili oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1/3 cup peanut butter
1/3 cup warm water

Steps:

  • Cook noodles in 4 quarts rapidly boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes, or until just tender.
  • Refresh under cold water and drain.
  • Toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  • Lightly toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat.
  • Transfer seeds to a bowl.
  • Mince ginger and garlic.
  • Finely chop green part of green onions and mince the rest.
  • Combine half the sesame seeds, ginger, garlic, white part of onions, sesame oil, peanut butter, warm water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hot pepper oil and sugar.
  • Correct seasoning, adding soy sauce or vinegar to taste. (May be prepared ahead to this stage.)
  • Just before serving, toss noodles with sauce.
  • Sprinkle with reserved green onions and sesame seeds and serve.

GLASS NOODLES WITH PEANUT-SESAME SAUCE



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Add some cooked shredded chicken to this simple side dish and you have lunch. The proportions in the sauce are flexible.

Provided by Kate S.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb cellophane noodle
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup sesame oil
2 -4 tablespoons Chinese white rice vinegar
2 -4 tablespoons honey or 2 -4 tablespoons sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 -3 teaspoons fresh grated ginger (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup boiling water or 1/2 cup chicken broth
2 scallions, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped (optional)
1 cucumber, shredded (optional)
1 carrots (optional) or 1/2 red bell pepper, shredded (optional)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • Soak cellophane noodles according to package directions, then chill.
  • Mix sauce ingredients, thinning with hot water or chicken broth last, toss with noodles, and present on a platter.
  • Choose from the list of garnishes, according to what you like or have on hand, and make your dish attractive!

SESAME NOODLES WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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Categories     Pasta     Sauté     Lunch     Healthy

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 C sesame seeds
1/2 C chunky peanut butter
2 medium cloves garlic
1 T minced fresh ginger
5 T soy sauce
2 T rice vinegar
1 t hot pepper sauce (we don't like things too spicy, so I only added a couple drops)
2 T packed light brown sugar
5 T hot water
12 oz dried spaghetti noodles
2 T toasted sesame oil
4 scallions, sliced thin on a diagonal
a handful of baby carrots, sliced

Steps:

  • Directions: 1. Toast sesame seeds in medium skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden - about 10 minutes. 2. Remove from heat and reserve 1 tablespoon sesame seeds in a small bowl. 3. In blender or food processor, puree remaining sesame seeds, peanut butter, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, hot sauce, and sugar until smooth, about 30 seconds. 4. With machine running, add hot water 1 tablespoon at a time until sauce has a thicker consistency. Set blender or food processor aside to sit. 5. Prepare spaghetti noodles - boil in a big pot of water (with a bit of salt) until al dente. Drain noodles. 6. Toss noodles with sesame oil until evenly coated. 7. Slowly add prepared sauce to noodles - if you like your noodles dry, use less. If you want them coated, add it all. 8. Add scallions, carrots, and a sprinkle of cilantro. Serve warm. *if noodles become dry the next day, add in a T of hot water and they'll freshen right up.

SOBA WITH SESAME PEANUT SAUCE



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A nice Asian side dish that goes very well with seafood skewers. I personally add a little more peanut butter because I like the taste and to thicken the sauce a little more.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 oz soba noodles (buckwheat noodles)
1 tsp sesame oil
5 Tbsp sesame seeds
1 1-inch piece fresh ginger
1 garlic clove
2 green onions
2 Tbsp sesame oil
2 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp ricce vinegar
1/2 tsp hot chili oil
1 Tbsp sugar
1/3 c peanut butter
1/3 c warm water

Steps:

  • 1. Cook noodles in 4 quarts rapidly boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes, or until just tender.
  • 2. Refresh under cold water and drain.
  • 3. Toss with 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  • 4. Lightly toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat.
  • 5. Transfer seeds to a bowl.
  • 6. Mince ginger and garlic.
  • 7. Finely chop green part of green onions and mince the rest.
  • 8. Combine half the sesame seeds, ginger, garlic, white part of onions, sesame oil, peanut butter, warm water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, hot pepper oil and sugar.
  • 9. Correct seasoning, adding soy sauce or vinegar to taste. (May be prepared ahead to this stage.)
  • 10. Just before serving, toss noodles with sauce.
  • 11. Sprinkle with reserved green onions and sesame seeds and serve.

SESAME-PEANUT SAUCE



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Categories     Pasta     Quick & Easy

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 heaping Tbs unhulled sesame seeds
4 Tbs crunchy peanut butter
2 Tbs vegetable oil (corn oil, peanut oil or more neutral)
2 Tbs toasted sesame oil
1 tsp chili paste with garlic
½ C water
4 Tbs soy sauce
2 Tbs vinegar - English barley or whatever
2 Tbs or less of sugar
A lot of fresh ground black pepper - ½ to 1 tsp
Fresh grated ginger to taste
Sherry (dry)
Clove or more of fresh garlic - crushed
Fresh cilantro - minced
Soba noodles
chopped scallion
chopped boiled ham
julienne of cucumber or zucchini

Steps:

  • Combine the following: 3 heaping Tbs unhulled sesame seeds 4 Tbs crunchy peanut butter 2 Tbs vegetable oil (corn oil, peanut oil or more neutral) 2 Tbs toasted sesame oil 1 tsp chili paste with garlic ½ C water Add and mix in order: 4 Tbs soy sauce 2 Tbs vinegar - English barley or whatever 2 Tbs or less of sugar A lot of fresh ground black pepper - ½ to 1 tsp Fresh grated ginger to taste Sherry (dry) Clove or more of fresh garlic - crushed Fresh cilantro - minced Serve with noodles (soba), chopped scallion, chopped boiled ham, julienne of cucumber zucchini; or use as a dip for vegetables. Toast sesame seeds in frying pan and grind lightly with mortar and pestle. Mix with above until smooth emulsion (mixture will lighten in color and thicken).

Tips:

  • Use creamy peanut butter: Creamy peanut butter will give you a smoother sauce than crunchy peanut butter.
  • Adjust the consistency with water: If you want a thinner sauce, add more water. If you want a thicker sauce, add less water.
  • Add some heat: If you like spicy food, add some Sriracha or chili sauce to the sauce.
  • Add some sweetness: If you want a sweeter sauce, add some honey or maple syrup.
  • Serve immediately or store for later: Sesame peanut sauce can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

Sesame peanut sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be customized to your taste preferences. Whether you are using it as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or as a marinade for chicken, sesame peanut sauce is sure to be a hit.

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