Honey Hoisin Basting Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this flavor-packed Honey Hoisin Basting Sauce, a quick and versatile recipe that blends sweet, savory, and tangy notes in just 10 minutes. Combining hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, and a touch of rice vinegar, this sauce is perfectly balanced with a hint of sesame oil, fresh ginger, and minced garlic for an irresistible depth of flavor. Optional sriracha or chili paste adds a customizable spicy kick, making it ideal for brushing over grilled meats, roasted veggies, or even seafood. Easy to make and store, this sauce is your go-to companion for creating restaurant-quality dishes at home. Perfect for BBQ enthusiasts and weeknight cooks alike!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Hoisin sauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili paste (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon Water
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the hoisin sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and, if desired, sriracha or chili paste for heat.
Step 2
Add the water to the saucepan to slightly thin the sauce.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir continuously to combine the ingredients fully.
Step 4
Allow the mixture to gently simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature before using or storing.
Step 6
Use the basting sauce immediately on grilled or roasted dishes, or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 276.8 grams (276.8g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 621 |
| Total Fat 18.50g | 24% |
| Saturated Fat 2.70g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.10g | |
| Cholesterol 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium 3330mg | 145% |
| Total Carbohydrate 110.60g | 40% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.00g | 14% |
| Total Sugars 85.10g | |
| Protein 7.80g | 16% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 61mg | 5% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 315mg | 7% |
Source of Calories