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Unlock the Magic of Homemade Hoisin Sauce

Life At The Table Homemade Hoisin Sauce. A bowl of homemade hoisin sauce on a white plate with butter lettuce, a head of garlic, and some fresh ginger sitting on a wicker charger with a green napkin beside it.
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Discover how to make homemade hoisin sauce with pantry staples—bold, flavorful, and better than anything from a bottle.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons molasses
  • 3 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon creamy peanut butter
  • 3 tablespoons garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons water
  • 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, molasses, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha sauce, and peanut butter. Set aside.
  2. Stir together the cornstarch and water. Set aside.
  3. Heat a saucepan over medium heat. Once heated, drizzle in a small bit of olive oil.
  4. Sauté the garlic and ginger, just until fragrant.
  5. Turn the heat to low.
  6. Pour in the soy sauce mixture.
  7. Stir and bring the mixture to a low simmer.
  8. Simmer lightly for 2-3 minutes so the flavors meld.
  9. Stir in the cornstarch. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes more until the mixture has thickened. 
  10. Add a splash of fresh lime juice.
  11. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.

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