Authentic Hoisin Sauce - The Daring Gourmet

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Authentic Hoisin Sauce

Kimberly Killebrew

An incredible depth of flavor, this will work magic on the dishes you add it to. Simply the best, you'll never use store-bought again!

4.89 from 101 votes

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course condiment, Sauce

Cuisine Asian, Chinese

Servings servings

Calories 35 kcal

Ingredients

1/3 cup dark brown sugar
or alternative brown sugar (for low sugar option)
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons Homemade Chinese Black Bean Sauce
or use store-bought Chinese Black Bean Sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
4 prunes
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon Homemade Chinese Five Spice Powder (strongly recommended)
or use store-bought five spice powder
pinch of red pepper flakes or dash of sriracha sauce , optional for some heat

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth. Store in the fridge in a non-reactive airtight container. Chill overnight or preferable 24 hours before using. Will keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Sodium: 89mg | Potassium: 31mg | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Keyword Hoisin Sauce

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