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Homemade Hoisin Sauce in a clear glass bowl on a white and red striped towel.

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 4 teaspoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or other hot sauce optional
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, mix soy sauce, peanut butter, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, Chinese five-spice powder, and sriracha (if using). Whisk until smooth.
    Homemade hoisin sauce in a light blue pot.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together cornstarch and water until the cornstarch dissolves.
    Stirring cornstarch and water in a bowl for homemade hoisin sauce.
  • Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture begins to simmer.
  • Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan. Continue to cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
    Homemade hoisin sauce simmering in a light blue saucepan.
  • Remove from heat and let the sauce cool. Transfer to a container and refrigerate.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 150kcal (8%) Carbohydrates: 15g (5%) Protein: 5g (10%) Fat: 9g (14%) Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) Sodium: 1256mg (55%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 9g (10%)

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Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.