Quick and Tangy Chinese Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your next meal with this Quick and Tangy Chinese Barbecue Sauce, a bold and flavorful condiment perfect for marinades, glazes, and dipping. Made with a rich base of hoisin sauce and enhanced by soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey for sweetness, this recipe balances salty, sweet, and tangy notes beautifully. Fresh ginger, minced garlic, and a pinch of Chinese five-spice powder add depth and warmth, while optional red pepper flakes deliver a gentle kick of heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is simmered to perfection for a silky texture and can be stored for up to a week. Whether you're glazing grilled meats, stir-frying vegetables, or looking for a dipping sauce with flair, this Chinese barbecue sauce is your go-to recipe for unforgettable Asian-inspired flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Stir thoroughly to blend the ingredients.
Add the grated ginger, minced garlic, Chinese five-spice powder, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the saucepan.
Stir in the water to thin the mixture slightly and ensure the sauce has a smooth consistency.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed (e.g., more soy sauce for saltiness or honey for sweetness).
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
Use immediately as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.9 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 5304 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 468 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
