Make your own flavorful hoisin sauce at home with this quick and easy recipe. Hoisin sauce is a popular Asian condiment that adds a sweet and savory flavor to a wide range of dishes. This homemade version allows you to control the ingredients and customize the taste to your liking. Try it in stir-fries, marinades, or as a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, sriracha sauce, Chinese five-spice powder, and black pepper.
- Gradually stir in water until desired consistency is reached.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Transfer the hoisin sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
- Use as a glaze for meats, a sauce for stir-fries, or a dipping sauce for spring rolls and dumplings.
- Enjoy your homemade hoisin sauce!
Interesting Facts
Hoisin sauce is often used in Chinese cuisine and is known for its rich and complex flavor.
The word 'hoisin' in Cantonese means 'seafood', but the sauce does not contain any seafood ingredients.
Store-bought hoisin sauce may contain preservatives and artificial additives, while making it at home allows you to use fresh and wholesome ingredients.