Customizable Homemade Hoisin Sauce

A simple homemade hoisin sauce that is customizable and better than store-bought.

Create a delicious homemade hoisin sauce that surpasses the store-bought version in flavor and quality. This recipe allows for customization based on ingredients available in your pantry, making it a versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 8 (yield total 1/2 cup)

Full Ingredient List

1/4 cup light soy sauce
2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 clove garlic, grated
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon miso paste (OR 1/2 teaspoon spicy fermented bean paste, OR 1/2 teaspoon gochujang + 1/4 teaspoon five spice powder, OR 1 teaspoon Thai chili sauce + 1/4 teaspoon five spice powder)

Hoisin Sauce Base

Tools and Equipment

mixing bowl
grater
airtight jar

Ingredients

Quantity	Name	Preparation Notes	Substitutions
1/4 cup	light soy sauce		tamari
2 tablespoons	natural peanut butter		almond butter
1 tablespoon	honey		maple syrup
2 teaspoons	rice vinegar		apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons	sesame oil		olive oil
1 clove	garlic	grated	garlic powder
1 teaspoon	miso paste		1/2 teaspoon spicy fermented bean paste, 1/2 teaspoon gochujang + 1/4 teaspoon five spice powder, 1 teaspoon Thai chili sauce + 1/4 teaspoon five spice powder
1/8 teaspoon	black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. (Tips: Ensure thorough mixing to harmonize flavors.)
Step 2: Store the hoisin sauce in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to a month. (Tips: A glass jar is preferable for longer freshness.)

Nutritional Information

Calories: 50kcal
Protein: 1.9g
Fat: 3.2g
Carbohydrates: 3.8g
Fiber:
Sugar: 2.6g

Additional Information

Notes: This sauce can be adapted based on your flavor preferences and the ingredients you have at home. It is great for marinades, stir-fries, and glazing meats.

Background: Hoisin sauce is a staple in Chinese cuisine, often used for glazing meats and adding a sweet, savory flavor to dishes.

Geographic Region: Southern China

Seasonality: Year-round

Occasion: Everyday cooking

Recommended Pairings

Char Siu
Stir-fried vegetables
Noodles