Homemade Hoisin Sauce
Elevate your favorite dishes with this quick and easy homemade hoisin sauce—a rich, savory-sweet condiment that comes together in just 5 minutes, no cooking required! Made with pantry staples like soy sauce, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this recipe delivers bold, authentic flavors enhanced by fragrant sesame oil and a hint of Chinese five-spice powder. A dash of sriracha adds customizable heat, while a splash of rice vinegar balances the sweetness with tangy zest. Perfectly versatile, this hoisin sauce is ideal for stir-fries, marinades, dipping sauces, or as a mouthwatering glaze for meats and vegetables. Whisked to silky perfection with the right consistency every time, it’s an effortless way to bring a taste of your favorite Asian-inspired cuisine home. Store in the fridge for up to a week and enjoy this homemade delight whenever you please!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha (or other hot sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the soy sauce and peanut butter. Mix well until the peanut butter is fully incorporated.
Step 2
Add the honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sriracha to the bowl. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly mixed.
Step 3
Sprinkle in the garlic powder and Chinese five-spice powder. Stir to distribute the spices throughout the mixture.
Step 4
If the sauce is too thick, slowly add water one tablespoon at a time, mixing thoroughly, until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 5
Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness or spice level to your preference by adding more honey or sriracha, if needed.
Step 6
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Stir before each use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 184.7 grams (184.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 432 |
| Total Fat 30.30g | 39% |
| Saturated Fat 5.00g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2523mg | 110% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.70g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.00g | 11% |
| Total Sugars 21.60g | |
| Protein 14.50g | 29% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 53mg | 4% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 468mg | 10% |
Source of Calories