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    Keto Peanut Sauce

    Published: May 27, 2019 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Mar 5, 2026 · 488 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article.

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    This Keto Peanut Sauce is an irresistible topping that you are going to want to drizzle on everything! It is fabulous with Keto Chicken Wings and works equally well over grilled or roasted vegetables. This recipe isn't particularly fussy, so feel free to play with it and adapt it to your tastes. Both adults and children go crazy for this one.

    A white bowl filled with creamy keto Thai peanut sauce, garnished with chopped green herbs and red chili flakes, sits on a wooden surface next to a gold spoon.

    The first time I tried peanut sauce was at an Asian restaurant. To say that I fell for it hard would be an understatement. To a girl whose sauces had been limited to gravy and ranch dressing, I felt like my tastebuds were waking up to a whole new world.

    I immediately started playing with versions at home, and this Keto Peanut Sauce recipe is my latest variation.

    It is fabulous with my keto asian wings, as a drizzle on top of an egg roll in a bowl, or for drizzling over keto lettuce wraps.

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    Photo of natural peanut butter, rice vinegar, mince garlic, ginger, swerve, crushed red pepper, coconut aminos, sesame oil, and lime juice in small white prep bowls.

    Tips for Making This Recipe:

    • The consistency of this sauce is up to personal preference. If you want to thin it, make sure you don't add too much water at a time. It can become runny quickly, so add water just a tablespoon at a time.
    • If you are on Keto, make sure to read the label of your peanut butter to ensure it doesn't have added sugar. I like to grind my own, either at the store or using my food processor at home. That way, I know there is nothing added.

    Variations for Keto Thai Peanut Sauce:

    • If you aren't avoiding gluten, soy sauce may be used in place of the tamari.
    • A brown sugar substitute, such as Surkin Gold, may be used in place of Swerve.
    • Apple Cider Vinegar may be used in place of the rice vinegar.
    A white bowl with a decorative pattern, filled with a dark sauce containing visible pieces of chopped garlic and red chili flakes, sits on a white textured surface.
    A whisk rests in a white ceramic bowl containing a thick, creamy brown mixture, sitting on a textured white cloth.
    A metal whisk mixing a thick, light brown batter in a white bowl on a white surface.
    Photo of Keto Peanut Sauce in a white bowl garnished with Thai Basil and crushed red pepper flakes sitting on a wooden plate with a wooden spoon above it.
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    A white bowl filled with creamy Keto Peanut Sauce, garnished with chopped herbs and chili flakes, sits on a wooden plate with a patterned spoon nearby. Fresh ginger and lime in the background complete this keto peanut sauce recipe scene.
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    5 from 5 votes

    Keto Peanut Sauce with Ginger

    This Keto Peanut Sauce is an irresistible topping that you are going to want to drizzle on everything! It is fabulous with Keto Chicken Wings and works equally well over grilled or roasted vegetables. This recipe isn't particularly fussy, so feel free to play with it and adapt it to your tastes. Both adults and children go crazy for this one.
    Prep Time7 minutes mins
    Total Time7 minutes mins
    Course: condiment
    Cuisine: Asian, Thai
    Keyword: sauce, spicy
    Servings: 12
    Calories: 42kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi
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    Ingredients

    • ½ cup peanut butter sugar free, at room temperature
    • 2 tablespoons tamari or coconut aminos
    • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon fresh minced ginger
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
    • 1 teaspoon Swerve
    • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes plus more to taste
    • ¼ cup hot water more or less to desired consistency
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    Instructions

    • In a small bowl combine peanut butter, tamari or coconut aminos, rice vinegar, lime juice, ginger, sesame oil, garlic, Swerve and crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk until well blended.
    • Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

    Notes

    Storage

    This recipe keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To serve, remove from the refrigerator and allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Whisk well.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 23g | Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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    About Wendy Polisi

    Wendy Polisi is the creator of Kicking Carbs, where she shares low-carb recipes that are full of flavor and made for real life. As a cookbook author and food blogger, she’s passionate about helping families enjoy satisfying meals without the sugar crash. Wendy lives in Florida with her three kids and loves experimenting in the kitchen—especially when it involves cheese.

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    1. Nima says

      August 18, 2021 at 3:22 am

      5 stars
      I wasn't sure about trying this recipe simply because there weren't any reviews. However, I thought the ingredients looked good, so I gave it a shot. O...M...G... This was DELICIOUS!!! I made it with a keto Asian stir fry recipe with chicken, and my husband and I both had to have two bowls. This peanut sauce absolutely made the dish!! Thank you, thank you for this recipe! It's an absolute keeper!!! XO

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    2. Isra says

      October 06, 2022 at 5:20 pm

      OMG THIS IS SOOO GOOD im eating it out of the bowl

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      • Wendy Polisi says

        October 06, 2022 at 5:21 pm

        I am so glad you love it as much as I do!

        Reply
    3. Mary P says

      January 18, 2023 at 7:10 pm

      I got repeated burn readings on my instant pot with this recipe. Couldn't cook it in the instant pot. I put it in a dutch oven and baked it at 375 for 45 minutes. Everybody loved it.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi says

        January 19, 2023 at 4:49 pm

        I am not sure what you mean about the Instant Pot - you stir this recipe together - there isn't any cooking.

        Reply
    4. Rae says

      February 21, 2023 at 4:14 am

      5 stars
      Great recipe. Only thing I did different was add a little lime zest. I sliced up some cucumber and used this as a dipping sauce for a simple keto friendly snack.

      Reply
    5. Mia Bunker says

      April 22, 2023 at 4:31 pm

      5 stars
      Used to make this years ago in college when I worked in a Deli and it was themost popular salad when tossed with pasta. Tonight I'm tossing it with leftover Shredded pork and sauted with Cabbage. Can't wait, thanks for the recipe. Keto is my life and love 4 years in.

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    6. Josée says

      August 18, 2025 at 1:18 am

      5 stars
      Easy, fast to do and delicious!

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    7. Nancy says

      April 05, 2026 at 10:28 pm

      5 stars
      This is very delicious. The first time I made it for chicken, my son, who doesn't like chicken, raved about it. I have been making it several times, always so good!

      Reply
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