Hoisin Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
8 tablespoons
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Calories
61 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Asian-American Fusion
Hoisin Sauce
Description
The Hoisin Sauce recipe blends the sweetness of molasses and peanut butter with the savory depth of soy sauce and garlic, balanced by the acidity of rice vinegar and a touch of spicy Sriracha. Heating the mixture gently while stirring in a cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to a smooth, glossy finish. This preparation method ensures the flavors meld well and the sauce coats ingredients evenly, making it an excellent choice for glazing meats, stir-fries, or as a dipping sauce.
The sauce’s texture is smooth and moderately thick, allowing it to cling well to foods. The combination of peanut butter and molasses adds a unique sweetness and body uncommon in standard hoisin sauces. It can be cooled and stored for later use, enhancing a variety of Asian-inspired dishes.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 Tablespoons molasses
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 garlic finely minced, cloves
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 Tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium high heat whisk together the soy sauce, molasses, sesame oil rice vinegar, peanut butter, garlic, sriracha, and pepper.
- In a small bowl combine water and cornstarch. Whisk it into the sauce. Continue to simmer until it starts to thicken. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8tablespoons
Amount Per Serving
Calories 61 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 61kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 453mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 156mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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