Hoisin Sauce Recipe
Elevate your culinary creations with this quick and easy homemade Hoisin Sauce recipe, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Made in just 5 minutes, this versatile condiment combines pantry staples like soy sauce, peanut butter (or traditional black bean paste), honey, and rice vinegar, with aromatic touches of sesame oil, garlic, and Chinese five-spice powder. A hint of optional Sriracha adds a customizable kick, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce achieves a smooth, glossy texture. Perfect for stir-fries, marinades, dipping sauces, and more, this DIY hoisin sauce brings authentic Asian-inspired flavor to your kitchen in the freshest way possible. Store it in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy its flavorful versatility all week long!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter (or black bean paste for a traditional flavor)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the soy sauce, peanut butter (or black bean paste), honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
Step 2
Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are smooth and well incorporated.
Step 3
Add the garlic powder, Chinese five-spice powder, and Sriracha if you're using it, and mix again.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until the cornstarch is fully dissolved, then pour it into the hoisin sauce mixture.
Step 5
Whisk everything together until the sauce is smooth and glossy.
Step 6
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary (e.g., add more honey for sweetness or soy sauce for saltiness).
Step 7
Use immediately, or transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 202.5 grams (202.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 569 |
| Total Fat 44.30g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat 7.00g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.80g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2524mg | 110% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.70g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.30g | 12% |
| Total Sugars 21.60g | |
| Protein 14.60g | 29% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 59mg | 5% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 473mg | 10% |
Source of Calories