Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Recipe (2024)

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Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Recipe

Tương Chấm Gỏi Cuốn

This authentic Vietnamese peanut sauce recipe is very easy to make and only needs a handful of ingredients. It's delicious when it's paired with Vietnamese Summer Rolls or as we always called them growing up Salad Rolls. This recipe is how my mom (who was Vietnamese) made them or at least it sure tastes like her sauce. Mom never wrote down her recipes so I've had to experiment by taste and memory from watching her cook and of course eating her delicious Vietnamese food.

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Vietnamese Peanut Sauce with Summer Rolls aka Salad Rolls

Sometimes called "goi cuon sauce", this peanut sauce as known as Tương Chấm Gỏi Cuốn in Vietnamese is usually served with shrimp and pork summer rolls. I grew up calling them salad rolls as that is the literal translation from Vietnamese to English of these rolls and that's what my mom called. I have noticed though that a lot of people call them summer rolls and even spring rolls (we call the deep fried rolls spring rolls) so since people seem to search more on Google for "summer rolls" I'm going with the flow on that. Either way this is a great peanut sauce for spring rolls or summer rolls.

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This sauce of course pairs perfectly with our Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Summer Rolls which is a tasty alternative for those who can't eat seafood like the original shrimp and pork summer rolls. Make sure to check out our other delicious recipes. We have everything from appetizers, main dishes and desserts like the recipes below.

  • Lemongrass Chicken Bánh Mì
  • Vietnamese Pho Ga Recipe (Chicken Pho)
  • Lemon Coconut Cupcakes Recipe
  • Recipe for Caramel Apple Dump Cake

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Is this Vietnamese Peanut Sauce for Summer Rolls Really Authentic?

There are of course always going to be different versions of any recipes and this peanut dipping sauce for summer rolls is no exception. As mentioned this one tastes exactly like my mom used to make and you don't get more authentic than a Vietnamese mom's recipe. At least not in my opinion you don't lol. Either way we LOVE this recipe, especially my husband whom I call the peanut sauce king because he almost drowns his salad rolls in them (if my hubby reads this, sorry hun, but it's true). It is best served cold or at room temperature, depending on your personal preference.

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While similar to Thai peanut sauce, Vietnamese peanut sauce is traditionally a bit sweeter and a bit more liquid-y than Thai or Chinese peanut sauce. This peanut sauce is also totally vegan as most store-bought hoisin sauces are naturally vegan, as are the rest of the ingredients.

Can you use Vietnamese Peanut Dipping Sauce on Anything Else?

Ideally, this peanut sauce for summer rolls becomes your favorite sauce, so you sure can. In addition to dipping summer rolls in this yummy sauce you can also top it over a noodle bowl with lemongrass chicken for example or over a salad like our Thai Peanut Chicken Salad for example. We do have a slightly different peanut sauce in that recipe but this sauce could easily be used for it, you may want to thin it out a bit though to use as a dressing. Check out our notes in the recipe card on how to do that.

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Can you make this Vietnamese Peanut Sauce for Summer Rolls in Advance?

You definitely can make this peanut sauce for fresh rolls ahead of time. Once it's cooled down after making it, just put it in an airtight container, I use mason jars and store in your fridge. You'll want it bring it to room temperature before serving it. We've always used it all up within 5 days so I can't say if it lasts longer than that but it could possibly last longer if stored properly. Let us know if you make this Vietnamese spring roll sauce and how it turns out!

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Now do you want to know How to Make Vietnamese Peanut Sauce? Let's get to this easy-peasy Vietnamese peanut dipping sauce shall we?

Yield: 4 cups

Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Recipe

This authentic Vietnamese peanut sauce recipe is easy to make and only needs a handful of ingredients. Delicious when paired with Summer Rolls

Prep Time2 minutes

Cook Time6 minutes

Total Time6 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 garlic cloves (peeled and minced)
  • 1 ½ - 2 cups water* (add closer to 2 cups if it’s too thick)
  • ½ cup hoisin sauce
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • Crushed unsalted toasted peanuts
  • Sriracha or Sambal chili sauce

Instructions

  1. In a small pot heat the vegetable oil on medium to medium/high heat depending on how hot your stove gets. Add the garlic and sauté until it starts to turn a golden colour (usually less than 60 seconds).
  2. Add hoisin sauce, peanut butter and the water. Stir until it’s mixed well and turn the heat down to low. Let the sauce simmer for 3-6 minutes.
  3. Remove the peanut sauce from the pot and serve in individual dipping bowls.
  4. You can top with the crushed toasted peanuts and your favourite chili sauce. We use sriracha.

Notes

If the sauce is too thin let it simmer on low for a bit to see if
it thickens. If it doesn’t you can add more hoisin and peanut butter but add in small quantities to get to your desired thickness for the sauce.

Alternatively, if the sauce is too thick add in small quantities (like a tablespoon) of water at a time until it's at a consistency you like.

Instead of water you can use chicken stock but we prefer to use
water.

Feel free to add chopped peanuts for a crunchy texture or use your favorite chili sauce in place of Sriracha.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1 cup

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 487Total Fat: 37gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 912mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 5gSugar: 13gProtein: 15g

Please note that we can not guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information. They are a best guess calculation.

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So what do you think, is that easy or what to make this Vietnamese Peanut Dipping Sauce? You may want to make extra if you're family loves peanut sauce like my husband does.

If you try it let us know if you like it and what you served it with.

By Powered by Mom on February 6th, 2022

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I’m Michelle aka Powered by Mom. I’m married with one daughter, my hubby was my high school sweetheart, our two dogs Nyx and Cleo and our cat Oliver. As you can see we’re a family of animal lovers. We love to travel when we can, try different food and activities all over the world and enjoy being together. My passions are writing, travelling, creating new recipes, encouraging people to adopt not shop and just to enjoy life while we can.

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2 thoughts on “Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Recipe”

  1. My daughter-in-law would love this.

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  2. I would have this with vegan sausage. I do get cravings for peanuts, though I tend to overdo it and get a stomach ache.

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Vietnamese Peanut Sauce Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is Vietnamese peanut sauce made of? ›

Vietnamese peanut sauce is simply made with peanut butter, hoisin and garlic for a sweet, tangy and rich sauce. How long can I store homemade peanut sauce? Store leftover homemade peanut sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

What is peanut sauce for spring rolls made of? ›

To make the dipping sauce, in a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter hoisin sauce, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and Sriracha. Whisk in the hot water until sauce is smooth. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little more water until desired consistency is reached.

How do I thicken my peanut sauce? ›

If your sauce has become too thin, add more nut butter.

Why is my peanut sauce breaking? ›

Sauces can break for any number of reasons including cooking at high heat, adding too much liquid to a hot pan, or even just waiting too long for everything to combine appropriately.

What is the famous Vietnamese sauce? ›

Nuoc cham is good on everything. Try dipping egg rolls in it. To die for. My mom makes nuoc cham without the vinegar though and it is always at our dinner table.

What can I use instead of hoisin? ›

Ready-made hoisin sauce alternatives
  • soy sauce.
  • tamari, which is suitable for gluten-free diets.
  • oyster sauce.
  • chili sauce.
  • barbecue sauce.
  • sweet and sour sauce.
  • teriyaki sauce.
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What is Chinese peanut sauce made of? ›

Peanut Sauce Recipe Instructions

Add all of the ingredients (garlic, ginger, peanut butter, soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil) and any optional add-ins into a small bowl.

Is peanut butter and peanut sauce the same thing? ›

Several different recipes for making peanut sauces exist, resulting in a variety of flavours, textures and consistency. A typical recipe usually contains ground roasted peanuts or peanut butter (smooth or crunchy), coconut milk, soy sauce, tamarind, galangal, garlic, and spices (such as coriander seed or cumin).

What is hoisin sauce made of? ›

Ingredients. The key ingredient of hoisin sauce is fermented soybean paste. Some hoisin sauce ingredients include starches such as sweet potato, wheat and rice, and water, sugar, soybeans, sesame seeds, white distilled vinegar, salt, garlic, red chili peppers, and sometimes preservatives or coloring agents.

Should you refrigerate peanut sauce? ›

Simply keep it in a cool, dark place. Generally, an unopened bottle of peanut sauce will last about a year if it's stored correctly. While it's a good idea to keep the “use by” date in mind, it's usually just fine for a few months after that date. Once the bottle is opened, you'll need to keep it in the refrigerator.

What if I add too much soy sauce to peanut sauce? ›

Incorporate Lemon Juice, Vinegar or Sugar

Many cooks combat a salty dish with a splash of lemon juice or vinegar. You can also try mixing in a sweetener like white sugar, brown sugar, honey or agave syrup. The goal is to dilute the soy sauce and to create a harmonious blend of flavors.

Why is my peanut sauce lumpy? ›

Why is my peanut sauce lumpy? If your ingredients aren't all the same temperature, your sauce and get lumpy. To prevent this you can gently warm the ingredients in a glass mixing bowl then whisk to combine.

How to make peanut sauce less salty? ›

Too salty? You probably added too much soy sauce. Counteract this by adding more peanut butter, sugar, or water.

How to keep peanut sauce from separating? ›

1 Answer. You need to 1) increase the emulsification, and 2) reduce the amount of time the sauce is very hot. You can try adding honey or mustard to the sauce, that will improve emulsification. You can also hit it with a stick blender which will do a much better job of breaking it up than can be done by hand.

How do you soften peanut sauce? ›

In a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter, lime juice, rice vinegar, sriracha, tamari, sesame oil, maple syrup, ginger, and 4 tablespoons of the water. If the sauce is too thick, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

What is peanut sauce made of? ›

In a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter, lime juice, rice vinegar, sriracha, tamari, sesame oil, maple syrup, ginger, and 4 tablespoons of the water. If the sauce is too thick, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

What is the brown sauce at Vietnamese restaurants? ›

In Vietnamese, hoisin sauce is called tương đen. It is a popular condiment for phở, a Vietnamese noodle soup, in southern Vietnam. The sauce can be directly added into a bowl of phở at the table, or it can be used as a dip for the meat of phở dishes.

Is Vietnamese food safe for nut allergy? ›

South East Asia is known for their use of nuts, making it a challenging destination for nut-allergy sufferers. The good news is that nuts are typically used as a garnish, so they can usually be omitted from dishes. In Vietnam, I was often able to eat pho, as long as I ensured they left off the peanut garnish!

Why is peanut sauce healthy? ›

Peanut sauce can be a healthy addition to any diet. Since it is made from peanut butter, it naturally has some protein. Look for ones with not a lot of sodium or added sugar. Better yet, when making it at home, you have full control over the quality of the ingredients.

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