It’s creamy.
It’s spicy.
And it’s the sauce that makes PF Chang’s dynamite shrimp unforgettable.
Good news — you can make it at home in minutes.
Restaurant sauces always seem mysterious. That creamy spicy drizzle on dynamite shrimp feels impossible to recreate.
But this homemade PF Chang’s dynamite sauce recipe proves otherwise. With just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate the same bold flavor that makes this dish so addictive.
Quick Answer
PF Chang’s dynamite sauce is a creamy spicy sauce made with mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. It delivers a perfect balance of sweet heat and smooth texture.
This sauce is most famous for coating crispy dynamite shrimp, but it also works beautifully as a dipping sauce for fries, chicken tenders, sushi rolls, and even tacos.
The best part? It takes less than 5 minutes to make.
Why This Recipe Works
The secret behind dynamite sauce is the balance between creamy fat, sweetness, and heat.
Mayonnaise provides the smooth base and helps the sauce cling perfectly to fried shrimp or crispy chicken. Sweet chili sauce adds brightness and a subtle sticky sweetness that balances the spice.
Sriracha brings the signature kick that gives the sauce its “dynamite” personality.
Many restaurant versions add extra stabilizers, but when you make it at home, the flavor tastes cleaner and fresher. The texture also becomes slightly thicker, which helps it coat food better.
And honestly, once you start making it yourself, you’ll probably keep a jar of it in the fridge all week.
What It Tastes Like
Dynamite sauce is creamy, slightly sweet, and pleasantly spicy.
The flavor starts with smooth mayo richness, followed by a gentle sweetness from chili sauce. Then comes the slow heat from sriracha.
It’s bold but balanced — the kind of sauce that makes people ask:
"What is that sauce?"
Ingredients You’ll Need
• Mayonnaise
• Sweet chili sauce
• Sriracha
• Rice vinegar
• Garlic powder
• Honey (optional)
Why These Ingredients Matter
Mayonnaise creates the creamy base that makes the sauce smooth and rich.
Sweet chili sauce provides the glossy sweetness and light chili flavor.
Sriracha adds heat and depth, while rice vinegar brightens the sauce so it doesn't feel too heavy.
A small drizzle of honey can soften the spice if you prefer a milder version.
How to Make It
- Combine the base
Add mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce to a small bowl. - Add the spice
Stir in sriracha and garlic powder. - Balance the flavor
Add rice vinegar and optional honey. - Whisk until smooth
Mix until the sauce becomes glossy and uniform. - Let it rest
Let the sauce sit for 10 minutes so the flavors meld together.
If the sauce seems slightly thin at first, don't worry — it thickens as it rests.
PF Chang’s Dynamite Sauce
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon honey optional
Instructions
- Add mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce to a bowl.
- Stir in sriracha and garlic powder.
- Add rice vinegar and honey.
- Whisk until smooth.
- Let the sauce rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pro Tips
• Use Japanese mayo for an even creamier texture
• Adjust sriracha gradually to control the heat
• Let the sauce chill for 30 minutes for deeper flavor
Ingredient Swaps
• Greek yogurt can replace part of the mayo for a lighter version
• Sambal oelek can replace sriracha for a chunkier chili flavor
• Lime juice works if rice vinegar isn’t available
Make It Your Way
This sauce works in many ways:
• Shrimp coating sauce
• Sushi drizzle
• Chicken nugget dip
• Burger sauce
• Taco topping
Storage & Meal Prep
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Shelf life: 5–7 days
Freezing is not recommended because mayonnaise can separate.
Common Questions
Is dynamite sauce very spicy?
It has moderate heat but the mayo softens the spice.
Is this the same sauce used at PF Chang’s?
It’s a very close homemade version.
Can I make it healthier?
Yes, by replacing part of the mayo with Greek yogurt.
Can you freeze dynamite sauce?
Freezing is not recommended.
What foods go best with it?
Shrimp, sushi, fries, chicken tenders, and tacos.
Can I make it less spicy?
Reduce the sriracha and add honey.
You Might Also Like
• Panda Express Orange Sauce
• Korean BBQ Sauce
• PF Chang’s Lettuce Wrap Sauce
• Honey Garlic Chicken Sauce
Final Thoughts
Once you try this homemade dynamite sauce, it’s hard to go back to store-bought versions.
It’s fast, creamy, spicy, and incredibly versatile.
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