Creamy Coconut Milk Thai Peanut Sauce Recipe – Rich, Nutty & Irresistible!

If you’re craving bold, savory, and addictive flavor, this Creamy Coconut Milk Thai Peanut Sauce is about to become your new favorite kitchen staple.

It’s rich, silky, slightly sweet, a little spicy, and full of those classic Thai-inspired flavors—like peanut butter, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime, and a hint of garlic and ginger.

This sauce is super versatile: drizzle it over noodles, toss it with salads, spoon it over grilled chicken or tofu, or use it as a dip for fresh veggies and spring rolls.

It takes just 10 minutes to make and adds instant wow-factor to almost any dish.

Why You’ll Love This Thai Peanut Sauce

🥜 Rich and creamy, with a nutty coconut base
🌶️ Sweet, salty, and a little spicy, just like traditional Thai sauces
⏱️ Quick & easy, ready in minutes
🥢 Perfect for dipping, drizzling, and marinating
🌱 Naturally gluten-free & vegan (with a few easy swaps)

Ingredients You’ll Need

• ½ cup natural peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
• ½ cup full-fat coconut milk (from a can)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
• 1–2 teaspoons sriracha or chili garlic sauce (adjust to taste)
• Warm water, as needed to thin the sauce

How to Make Creamy Thai Peanut Sauce

🥄 In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together the peanut butter and coconut milk until smooth and fully combined.

🧄 Add the soy sauce, lime juice, sweetener of choice, garlic, ginger, and sriracha. Continue whisking until the sauce is silky and warmed through (about 3–5 minutes).

💧 If the sauce is too thick, whisk in warm water 1 tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.

🔥 Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasonings: more lime for tang, more sweetener for balance, or more chili for heat.

🧊 Let cool slightly before serving or store in the fridge for later use.

Optional Add-Ins and Variations

🥥 Add more coconut milk for extra creaminess
🧂 Stir in a dash of fish sauce for umami depth (not vegan)
🍯 Swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter
🍋 Add rice vinegar for extra tang
🧄 Use roasted garlic for a deeper, mellow flavor

Ways to Use Thai Peanut Sauce

🍜 Toss with rice noodles and veggies for a quick peanut noodle bowl
🥗 Use as a salad dressing for Thai chicken salad or cabbage slaw
🥟 Serve as a dipping sauce for spring rolls or dumplings
🍗 Drizzle over grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu
🥬 Spoon onto lettuce wraps or grain bowls

Storage

📦 Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 1 week
🥄 Sauce thickens in the fridge—add warm water or coconut milk to loosen
❄️ Freeze for up to 3 months in small portions

Final Thoughts

This Creamy Coconut Milk Thai Peanut Sauce is the flavor bomb your meals have been missing—nutty, creamy, spicy, and perfectly balanced.

Whether you’re dipping, drizzling, or mixing it into your favorite dishes, it adds instant restaurant-style taste with barely any effort.

Keep a jar in your fridge and watch your weekly meals go from simple to seriously delicious. 🥜🥥🍜