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Homemade Hoisin Sauce

Homemade Hoisin Sauce

This Homemade Hoisin Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful addition to your meals, ready in just a few minutes.
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Prep Time 7 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 1 jar
Course: Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Soy sauce base of flavor
  • 1/2 cup Peanut butter provides creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar introduces tanginess
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder for aromatic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese five spice adds complexity
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil for nutty flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch optional for thickening
  • 1/4 cup Water to dissolve cornstarch

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • small saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

How to Make Homemade Hoisin Sauce
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and peanut butter until smooth.
  2. Drizzle in the honey and rice vinegar, stirring until glossy and uniform.
  3. Mix in the sriracha, garlic powder, and Chinese five spice until all spices are incorporated.
  4. Drizzle in the toasted sesame oil and adjust for sweetness or acidity.
  5. If using cornstarch, mix it with water, then heat in a saucepan for 1–2 minutes to thicken.
  6. Let cool before transferring to a jar for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. If frozen, portion into ice cubes for up to 3 months.

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