Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (light and dark)
- 1/4 cup honey or maltose
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine
- 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 1 tablespoon red fermented bean curd (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
Instructions
- Combine the base ingredients: In a bowl, mix hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey or maltose, and Shaoxing wine.
- Add the aromatics and spices: Stir in minced garlic and ginger, then add five-spice powder.
- Incorporate red fermented bean curd: If using, add for authentic color and flavor.
- Adjust the consistency: To thicken the sauce, simmer over low heat; to thin, add water or Shaoxing wine.
- Flavor adjustments: Taste and balance the sweetness and saltiness as needed; for spiciness, add chili paste or fresh chili flakes.
- Storage tips: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze in portions.
Notes
Customize with variations like adding chilies for spice, using tamari for a gluten-free option, or low-sugar alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Cantonese
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg