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Homemade Hoisin Sauce
Discover the rich and complex flavors of homemade Hoisin sauce, a beloved staple in Chinese cuisine. This thick, sweet, and savory sauce is perfect for glazing meats, dipping spring rolls, or adding depth to stir-fries. Its alluring blend of spices and aromatics will transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of China, where this sauce has been cherished for centuries as a key component in various dishes, especially as a glaze for Peking duck. Crafted with love, this version allows you to control the ingredients for a fresher, healthier alternative to store-bought options.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- Soy sauce
- 1/2 cup
- Peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons
- Honey
- 2 tablespoons
- Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon
- Chinese five-spice powder
- 1 teaspoon
- Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon
- Water
- 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, sesame oil, and Chinese five-spice powder until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch together until the cornstarch is fully dissolved.
- Pour the cornstarch mixture into the sauce and whisk continuously until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the sauce mixture to a small saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon until the sauce begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once thickened, remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Store the cooled hoisin sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Dietary Information
Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Sauce • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 7 minutes • Calories: 70 • Fat: 4g • Carbs: 9g • Protein: 2g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 4g
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