Description

Discover the rich, complex flavors of Hoisin Sauce, a staple in Chinese cuisine known for its sweet and salty taste. This versatile sauce is made from a blend of soybeans, garlic, chili peppers, and spices, creating a perfect glaze for meat, a flavorful addition to stir-fries, or a delicious dipping sauce. Dive into the world of Asian cooking with this essential condiment that adds depth and excitement to any dish.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons peanut butter or black bean paste
1 tablespoon honey or molasses
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons sesame oil
20 drops Chinese hot sauce (adjust to taste)
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and peanut butter or black bean paste until smooth.
Add the honey or molasses, white vinegar, and garlic powder to the mixture. Stir well to combine.
Mix in the sesame oil, Chinese hot sauce, and black pepper, adjusting the hot sauce to suit your taste for spiciness.
Taste the sauce and adjust any ingredients as needed to achieve the desired balance of sweet, salty, and spicy flavors.
Use immediately, or store the Hoisin Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

Hoisin sauce’s name comes from the Chinese word for seafood, but it doesn’t contain any seafood ingredients.
It’s widely used in Cantonese cuisine, especially for Peking duck and moo shu pork.
The sauce is rich in umami flavors, thanks to the fermented soybeans.
Because of its strong flavor, hoisin sauce should be used sparingly to not overpower the dish.
There are regional variations of hoisin sauce, with some being sweeter or spicier than others.