Traditional Hoisin Sauce Recipe
This traditional recipe for Hoisin Sauce is easy to make and uses high-quality ingredients such as soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. It has a sweet and savory flavor that is perfect for dipping or as a sauce for stir-fry dishes. The nutritional table shows that it is low in fat and cholesterol, making it a healthier alternative to store-bought sauces.Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. I hope you enjoy making your own hoisin sauce at home!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon molasses
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, add the soy sauce and peanut butter. Whisk until well combined.The soy sauce provides saltiness and umami flavor, while the peanut butter provides creaminess and nutty flavor.
- Add the brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Whisk until well combined.The brown sugar provides sweetness, the rice vinegar provides acidity, and the sesame oil provides nutty flavor.
- Add the minced garlic, Sriracha, and molasses. Whisk until well combined.The garlic provides flavor and aroma, the Sriracha provides heat, and the molasses provides sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Let the sauce sit for about 30 minutes, to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Store the hoisin sauce in a container and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
Notes
Nutritional facts (per 1 tablespoon):
- Calories: 56
- Total Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 282mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 5g
- Protein: 2g