Flavorful Asian Hoisin Sauce
This vibrant and versatile sauce brings a touch of authentic Asian flavor to your cooking. Perfect for marinating, glazing, or dipping, this hoisin sauce is easily customizable to cater to your desired balance of sweet and spice. For a nut-free alternative, black bean paste can substitute peanut butter. Whether you're cooking chicken, pork, beef, or even indulging in dim sum, this sauce will elevate your dish to new culinary heights.
2
Servings
125
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
soy sauce
4 tablespoons (none)
peanut butter
2 tablespoons (none)
molasses or honey
1 tablespoon (none)
seasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons (none)
garlic clove
1 (finely minced)
sesame seed oil
2 teaspoons (none)
chinese hot sauce
1 teaspoon (more or less to taste)
black pepper
1/8 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
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Step 1: In a small mixing bowl, gather and measure all your ingredients for the recipe.
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Step 2: Finely mince the garlic clove and set aside.
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Step 3: Combine the soy sauce, peanut butter (or black bean paste), molasses or honey, seasoned rice vinegar, minced garlic, sesame seed oil, Chinese hot sauce, and black pepper in the mixing bowl.
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Step 4: Using a whisk, blend the ingredients together thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Step 5: Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or spiciness to your preference by adding more honey or hot sauce, as desired.
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Step 6: Once the sauce is well blended, transfer it to an airtight container for storage or use immediately as needed.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
11g
Carbs
4.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary use for this Asian Hoisin Sauce?
This versatile sauce is perfect for marinating, glazing, or dipping, and it pairs exceptionally well with chicken, pork, beef, and dim sum.
How can I make a nut-free version of this hoisin sauce?
For a nut-free alternative, you can substitute the peanut butter with black bean paste.
What are the main ingredients in this recipe?
The ingredients include soy sauce, peanut butter or black bean paste, molasses or honey, seasoned rice vinegar, minced garlic, sesame seed oil, Chinese hot sauce, and black pepper.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 2 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving of this hoisin sauce contains 125 calories.
How should I prepare the garlic for this sauce?
The recipe requires one garlic clove to be finely minced.
Can I adjust the spiciness of the sauce?
Yes, you can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less Chinese hot sauce to your personal preference.
What can I use as a sweetener if I don't have molasses?
Honey can be used as a substitute for molasses in this recipe.
How should the finished sauce be stored?
The sauce should be transferred to an airtight container for storage or used immediately.
What tool is recommended for mixing the ingredients?
A whisk is recommended to blend the ingredients together thoroughly until the mixture is smooth.
How much soy sauce is required?
The recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of soy sauce.
How much peanut butter is used?
You will need 2 tablespoons of peanut butter for this recipe.
What kind of vinegar is used in this recipe?
The recipe specifies using 2 teaspoons of seasoned rice vinegar.
How much sesame seed oil is needed?
The recipe requires 2 teaspoons of sesame seed oil.
How much black pepper is included in the mixture?
The recipe includes 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 8g of fat.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 4.5g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 11g of carbohydrates per serving.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are a total of 8 ingredients used in this recipe.
Is this sauce customizable?
Yes, it is highly customizable to balance sweet and spice levels according to your preference.
What is the first step in making the sauce?
The first step is to gather and measure all your ingredients into a small mixing bowl.
How do I know when the sauce is properly mixed?
The sauce is ready when the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are well combined.
Can this sauce be used for dim sum?
Yes, this hoisin sauce is an excellent accompaniment for dim sum.
Is this an easy recipe for beginners?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as 'easy' and involves simple mixing without any cooking required.
What tags describe this recipe's flavor and style?
The recipe is described with tags such as asian, hoisin, flavorful, and homemade.
Can I use honey as the primary sweetener?
Yes, honey is listed as an alternative to molasses for sweetening the sauce.
How much hot sauce should I start with?
The recipe suggests starting with 1 teaspoon of Chinese hot sauce.
What is the total preparation time suggested?
While not specifically timed, the process involves only 6 simple steps of mincing and whisking.
Is this a homemade alternative to store-bought hoisin?
Yes, it is a homemade version that allows for greater control over ingredients and flavor.
Should I taste the sauce before storing it?
Yes, the instructions recommend tasting the sauce and adjusting the sweetness or spiciness before transferring it to a container.