Hoisin sauce in a white bowl, chopsticks, and spring rolls kept on a wooden background
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Homemade Hoisin Sauce Recipe

If you want to make your own sauce at home, there are many different recipes to choose from. Here is a simple and sweet recipe if you're feeling adventurous, don't have fermented soybean paste on hand, and want to make your own sauce for an Asian feast.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Hoisin Sauce
Appliance: Whisk
Servings: 2 servings
Author: John Staughton (BASc, BFA)

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter
  • 2 tsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper (ground)
  • hot sauce (To taste)

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a large bowl and whisk until the consistency is smooth.
    A close-up image of soy sauce in a bowl
  • Taste the sauce and add extra spices or vinegar, as needed. Garnish with sesame seeds (optional)
    Hoisin sauce topping with sesame seeds, kept in a white bowl against a white background
  • Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.